TBTL Vocab 1 Flashcards
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Juvenile (noun)
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Any person underage 18 who is in the juvenile justice system
2
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Burglary (noun)
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Unlawful entry onto property with the intent to commit theft or another felony
3
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Truancy (noun)
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The act of cutting school for a minor who is legally required to be there
4
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Probation (noun)
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A period of time where the juvenile is supervised by a probation officer. Probation can also be intensive for higher risk juveniles.
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Probation Officer (noun)
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This officer acts as the judge’s eyes and ears. They make sure the juvenile assigned to them is following the judge’s orders and then report back to the judge.