The mission of Juvenile Justice is to: hold juvenile offenders accountable for their behavior promote the safety and restoration of victims and communities assist offenders and their families in developing skills to prevent crime Collectively the three (3) mission goals are called: Restorative Justice. These mission goals are consistent with the Alaska Statutory goals to: prevent repeated criminal behavior restore […]
Archives for November 2016
How Do Defendants Benefit By Being in Kodiak Teen Court?
In Kodiak Teen Court, Juvenile Defendants can greatly benefit by being in the program. Some benefits include: Juvenile Defendants are judged by their peers. Admitting their guilt serving their sentence, and clearing any possible criminal record from affecting their future. Learning about juvenile justice and the law. Being given a second chance to being […]
What are the Possible Sentences?
In Kodiak Teen Court, there are various sentences that can be recommended by the defending and prosecuting attorneys. The possible sentence for the defendant is discussed and ultimately decided by the panel of three judges. Some of the possible sentencing include: Attending an adult court hearing pertinent to their offense. Attend ASAP Alcohol and […]
How Do You Become a Judge?
Do you have what it takes to become a Judge for Kodiak Teen Court? To become a Kodiak Teen Court Judge, You Must: Complete at least one year as an active Kodiak Teen Court attorney. Have experience as both a prosecuting attorney and a defense attorney. Submit an application to, participate in a personal interview […]
Teen Court Case Roles
As a Teen Court Bar Association member, you can play various roles when signing up for a Kodiak Teen Court Case: Bailiff (1) Before Case Night: Makes sure that they do not have a conflict of interest with their Defendant. During Case Night: Records the case on case night. Clerk of the court. Calls […]
Teen Court Credits
To become a Bar Association member of Kodiak Teen Court, you need to take the Teen Court Law Class, and pass the Bar Exam. Upon completion of the class and passing of the Bar Exam, you will receive half (1/2) a High School Social Studies Credit. You can receive up to one more half (1/2) a […]