The Teen Court Recidivism Report from January 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015, states that out of 116 teen defendants, 78.44% (or 91 teen defendants) did not reoffend within 1 year of previous offense, and 21.56% (25 teen defendants) reoffended. The most common violations were speeding over 10% or more, followed by failure to maintain financial responsibility. The data suggest that the recidivism rate for teens who participated in 2015 was low, around 80%.
The Teen Court Coordinator, as well as volunteers have expressed concern for a shortage of volunteers to assist with the program. The Arlington Teen Court have the capacity to handle 12 cases each Teen Court Hearing night. However, if there is not an adequate amount of volunteers, teen defendants
The Teen Court Coordinator, as well as volunteers have expressed concern for a shortage of volunteers to assist with the program. The Arlington Teen Court have the capacity to handle 12 cases each Teen Court Hearing night. However, if there is not an adequate amount of volunteers, teen defendants