Types of Offenses
The Independence Police Department may refer juveniles for the following type offenses:
Aiding in the Commission of a Misdemeanor
Assault
Disorderly Conduct
Disturbing the Peace
Harassment
Illegal Burning
Interfering with an officer -Fleeing Resisting
Loitering
Parties (False information to a Police Officer )
Possession: Alcohol, Drugs, Drug Paraphernalia
Property Damage
Receiving Stolen Property
Stealing/Shoplifting
Tampering with a motor vehicle
Trespassing
Traffic violations (if under 16 years of age)
Vandalism
Minor Weapons (no firearms)
STATUS OFFENSES: Curfew violation, Runaway, Tobacco Violations., Truancy
When a juvenile is referred to Youth Court, he will receive notice by mail (usually within 20 days of receipt in the office (Officer must submit his report to the detective unit first.) A court date is assigned, and the juvenile and family are then notified.
An adult in is the courtroom at all times to monitor the proceedings.
The juvenile along with their parent or guardian are to appear on the assigned date and time. If he/she pleads guilty in front of the teen judge, a sentence is then handed down. After appearance before the judge the family speaks to the Office Administrator to receive further information regarding classes and due dates for completion of Community Service.
(Should the juvenile plead "not guilty" they will then speak to the Office Administrator regarding their court date and any further instructions.)
All community service must be done at a non-profit organization. If not an approved non-profit, hours will not count. An extension on due date for completion may be granted depending on circumstances, however a large portion of the hours must be completed before an extension may be
