Revocation of Probation When a child under probation supervision either – commits an illegal act or violates other conditions or rules laid out by the Court in the probation agreement, and the Court can respond with sanctions. Sanctions Consequences that are imposed on children when they break the – rules of their probation. This may include community service, electronic monitoring, increased probation supervision and/or curfew restrictions. Status Offense A legal term used to describe an offense committed by a – child that would not be considered a crime if an adult had committed the same act, such as running away or truancy, which are not delinquent acts. Subpoena A Court order requiring a person to appear in Court at a certain – date and time. Victim Impact Statement A written form that a victim has a right to complete – and have presented to the Court explaining the emotional and financial impact a child’s crime has had on them. Level of Service Inventory (YLS) A research-based assessment tool – designed to determine a child’s risk to reoffend and needed services through juvenile probation. The YLS helps the probation officer objectively determine a child’s risk of re- offending and the level of needed intervention, based upon the child’s history, strengths, and social supports. Use of the YLS increases appropriate planning and placement decisions.
Revocation of Probation – When a child under probation supervision either commits an illegal act or violates other conditions or rules laid out by the Court in the probation agreement, and the Court can respond with sanctions. Sanctions – Consequences that are imposed on children when they break the rules of their probation. This may include community service, electronic monitoring, increased probation supervision and/or curfew restrictions. Status Offense – A legal term used to describe an offense committed by a child that would not be considered a crime if an adult had committed the same act, such as running away or truancy, which are not delinquent acts. Subpoena – A Court order requiring a person to appear in Court at a certain date and time. Victim Impact Statement – A written form that a victim has a right to complete and have presented to the Court explaining the emotional and financial impact a child’s crime has had on them. Level of Service Inventory (YLS) – A research-based assessment tool designed to determine a child’s risk to reoffend and needed services through juvenile probation. The YLS helps the probation officer objectively determine a child’s risk of re- offending and the level of needed intervention, based upon the child’s history, strengths, and social supports. Use of the YLS increases appropriate planning and placement decisions.
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