### Question
How does the law define comprehensive and coordinated system of services?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 5603*, **comprehensive and coordinated system of services** is defined as:

> a system that—


(A) ensures that services and funding for the prevention and treatment of juvenile delinquency are consistent with policy goals of preserving families and providing appropriate services in the least restrictive environment so as to simultaneously protect juveniles and maintain public safety

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 5603*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 72-JUVENILE JUSTICE AND DELINQUENCY PREVENTION > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERALLY**

