Pima County Teen Court had its first hearing in January 1995. During the next 30 years, 8,000 families were served by countless volunteers. Come celebrate this acheivement!
The event is "open house" style, so come when you can and leave when you must. There will be a short program of thanks and remembrance at 11am.
If you'd like to donate to Teen Court in honor of this milestone, visit https://www.ywcatucson.org/donate.
The event is "open house" style, so come when you can and leave when you must. There will be a short program of thanks and remembrance at 11am.
If you'd like to donate to Teen Court in honor of this milestone, visit https://www.ywcatucson.org/donate.
Click above to watch a video of the Teen Court hearing process.
Why Teen Court Works
Teen Court works because teens are judging other teens. Just as peer pressure can be negative, with Teen Court positive peer pressure and parental involvement are key to the program's success!
Because Teen Court is a diversion program, upon successful completion, the defendant will not receive a conviction on their record.
Because Teen Court is a diversion program, upon successful completion, the defendant will not receive a conviction on their record.
Mission Statement:
Pima County Teen Court’s mission is to positively engage youth through restorative justice, law-related education, and positive peer influence to reduce juvenile crime.
