Juvenile Court : A Judge's Guide for Young Adults and Their Parents

Each year, millions of teens are cited for various offenses, ranging from traffic violations to criminal trespassing. Regardless of the offense, the majority of these young people arrive in court for the first time, usually unfamiliar with the judicial process and unprepared to stand before a judge. In this no-holds-barred guide, Leora Krygier, a judge for almost 20 years, provides teens with important information about how to prepare for a court appearance. Krygier addresses the most common types of offenses committed by young people and helps decipher their citations. This instructive guide gives teens and their parents an overview of the juvenile court justice system, then takes the reader through the entire process--from the moment a citation is written, to arraignment, possible trial, and disposition of their case.Drawing on examples, stories, and excerpts from actual letters and essays written by teens, Juvenile Court: A Judge's Guide for Young Adults and Their Parents de-mystifies the judicial process and help teens get back on the right track. The book also offers no-nonsense tips aimed to help teens avoid future citations.

juvenile Court: A Judge's Guide For Young Adults And Their Parents Provides Important Information About The Most Common Types Of Offenses Committed By Young People, The Specifics Of The Citation, And How To Prepare For A Court Hearing. Author Leora Krygier Gives Readers An Overview Of The Juvenile Court Justice System, And Then Walks Them Through The Process Of A Citation_from The Moment A Citation Is Written, To Arraignment, And Disposition Of Their Case. Juvenile Court Also Gives Guidelines And Tips On How To Avoid Getting Into Trouble Again And From Facing Future Citations.

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as Judge Leora Krygier Points Out, Juvenile Court Is Its Own Entity, With A Distinct Philosophy And Purpose For The Punishment, Protection, And Rehabilitation Of A Special Population Of Offenders. Yet Although The Juvenile Court System Is Designed To Attend To The Unique Needs Of Minors In Trouble, It Can Also Seem Mysterious And Intimidating. This Book Is Krygier's Attempt To Inform And Prepare Young People Who Are Facing A Court Hearing. From Minor Traffic Violations And Truancy Charges To Fighting And Drug- And Alcohol-related Offenses, Krygier Unpacks Some Of The Most Common Terms, Procedures, Facts, And Myths Of The Juvenile Court System So That Young People - And Their Parents - Might More Efficiently Navigate The Process. Krygier Is Clearly A Youth Advocate And Writes The Book From A Place Of Care And Concern For Teens Who Find Themselves In Complicated, Unfamiliar Situations. It Is Immediately Clear That In No Way Does Krygier Desire To Help Get Guilty Parties Off The Hook. She Does, However, Work To Remind Teens That Part Of Taking Responsibility For Their Actions Is Respecting The System That Is In Charge Of Determining Their Punishment, Which Entails Becoming Educated About The Juvenile Court System Of Which They Are Now A Part. Although Individual Laws And Juvenile Court Systems Differ From State To State, Krygier's Information Still Feels Thoroughly Discussed. Her Approach Is Serious And Straightforward, But Remains Highly Readable As A Guide Or A Reference Manual. Reviewer: Jennifer Miskec

Each year, millions of teens are cited for various offenses, ranging from traffic violations to criminal trespassing. Regardless of the offense, the majority of these young people arrive in court for the first time, usually unfamiliar with the judicial process and unprepared to stand before a judge. In this no-holds-barred guide, Leora Krygier, a judge for almost 20 years, provides teens with important information about how to prepare for a court appearance. Krygier addresses the most common types of offenses committed by young people and helps decipher their citations. This instructive guide gives teens and their parents an overview of the juvenile court justice system, then takes the reader through the entire process—from the moment a citation is written, to arraignment, possible trial, and disposition of their case. Drawing on examples, stories, and excerpts from actual letters and essays written by teens, Juvenile Court: A Judge's Guide for Young Adults and Their Parents de-mystifies the judicial process and help teens get back on the right track. The book also offers no-nonsense tips aimed to help teens avoid future citations. The juvenile court system I received a citation to court : what do I do? Preparing for court The hearing Coming to court Driving offenses Pedestrian and bike offenses Other offenses What can I expect at court? Returning to court Will I have a record? How to avoid getting another citation. Presents a general guide to juvenile laws and courts, explains common offenses, offers information on preparation for court appearances, advises on how to avoid future citations, and provides examples of essays written to the court.