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The Independence Police Department may refer juveniles for the following type offenses:
Aiding in the Commission of a Misdemeanor Possession: Alcohol, Drugs, Drug Paraphernalia
Assault Property Damage
DisorderlyConduct Receiving Stolen Property
Disturbing the Peace Stealing/Shoplifting
Harassment Tampering with a motor vehicle
Illegal Burning Trespassing
Interfering with an officer -Fleeing Resisting Traffic violations(if under 16 years of age)
Loitering Vandalism
Parties (False information to a Police Officer ) Minor Weapons (no firearms)
STATUS OFFENSES: Curfew violation, Runaway, Tobacco Violations., Truancy
When a juvenile is referred to Youth Court he will receive notice by mail (usually within 20 days of receipt in the office (Officer must submit his report to the detective unit first.) A court date is assigned and the juvenile and family are then notified.
An adult in is the courtroom at all times to monitor the proceedings.
The juvenile along with their parent or guardian are to appear on the assigned date and time. If he/she pleads guilty in front of the teen judge, a senternce is then handed down. After appearance before the judge the family speaks to the Office Administrator to receive further information regarding classes and due dates for completion of Community Service.
(Should the juvenile plead "not guilty" they will then speak to the Office Administrator regarding their court date and any further instructions.)
All community service must be done at a non-profit organization. If not an approved non profit, hours will not count. An extension on due date for completion may be granted depending on circumstances, however a large portion of the hours must be completed before an extension may be granted.


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