### Question
How does the law define delinquency prevention program?


### Answer
Under *34 U.S.C. § 11311*, **delinquency prevention program** is defined as:

> a delinquency prevention program that is evidence-based or promising and that may include—


(A) alcohol and substance abuse prevention or treatment services

#### Citation:
  - *34 U.S.C. § 11311*
  - Heading: **Subtitle I-Comprehensive Acts > CHAPTER 111-JUVENILE JUSTICE AND DELINQUENCY PREVENTION > SUBCHAPTER V-INCENTIVE GRANTS FOR LOCAL DELINQUENCY PREVENTION PROGRAMS**

