JUVENILE DELINQUENCY

Youth are labeled as juvenile delinquents if they are under the age of 18 and commit a crime.

KNOW YOUR RISKS!
In the Eyes of the law, age ain’t nothing but a number.

In the state of Texas, depending on the seriousness of the crime and the age of the offender, you can be charged as a juvenile (go through the juvenile justice system) or an adult (go to prison).

IT’S NOT UP TO YOU!

Juvenile Justice
Texas Law

There is a Different Path

Programs that can help decrease the chance of you committing a crime include, a program or activity that will keep you occupied and out of trouble:

  • Sport teams

  • School clubs

  • Mentoring programs

  • Volunteer