The Person County Teen Court Program recognized adult and teen volunteers with an awards banquet this past Tuesday evening. All volunteers were awarded a volunteer certificate. We also honored outstanding adult volunteer, Merritt Buchanan, who has been volunteering with Person County Teen Court for the past several years as well as helping recruit youth from the middle schools. Also recognized was outstanding teen volunteer, Jaslyn Harris, who has been volunteering for the past few years as well. Each was awarded with an awards plaque.
Teen Court is an alternative system of restorative justice where first–time offenders are tried by their peers for misdemeanor offenses. Offenders admit guilt or responsibility and are held accountable for their action. Student volunteers take the roles of clerks, bailiffs, attorneys and jurors. Teen Court is a “hands on” opportunity for offenders and volunteers to learn about the legal system. District and Superior Court judges and attorneys volunteer to serve as teen court judges. Person County Teen Court has been up and running for approximately two years and is held in the Person County District Courtroom every second and fourth Tuesday of each month during the school year.
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