| Youthful Offender |
Classification of youths and young adults, generally
older then juveniles. In the 18 to 25 year age group,
these individuals are sometimes given special
sentencing consideration for the purpose of
rehabilitation, sometimes through education and
counseling. |
| Youthful Training Act |
Usually a non-conviction. Used for juvenile first-time
offenders. It may be reported on a criminal
record. If the juvenile complies with the sentence,
the case will be dropped from the record when the
offender reaches adulthood. |
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