Teen Court
(Ages 12-17)
Make a difference in your community through service in the Eugene Teen Court. As a court member, you will gain experience in decision making, communication, law and ethics. You will give accountable youth an opportunity to take responsibility for their actions through this diversion program. Help your fellow students, your community and yourself through this important volunteer service.
Eugene Teen Court holds peer hearings to recommend consequences for qualifying nonviolent juvenile offenders. Participation by accountable youth is voluntary and limited to those admitting guilt.
Youths act as jurors, case presenters, youth advisers, bailiffs and court clerks. Courtroom outcomes are recognized by the Lane County Department of Youth Services.
If you are 12-17 years old, you may qualify as a court member. Teen Court volunteer hours apply towards most school community service requirements.