Title: Describe the scope of authority of the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court of Virginia.
Course: Public Safety II (15101-II) > Section: CRIMINAL JUSTICE: Understanding Juvenile Justice

Description should include

- the definition of juvenile
- classifications of juveniles who fall under the juvenile court system
- the qualifications for adjudication as a juvenile and for trial as an adult (certification hearing)
- alternatives to disposition available to judges.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the purpose of juvenile diversion programs?
- Why do judges have so much authority in dealing with juveniles?
- How does a judge determine a disposition for a particular juvenile?
- What effect does certification to adult court have on a juvenile?