Reach For Youth, Inc.

The Reach for Youth Teen Court is a peer sentencing program for juvenile offenders in Central Indiana. Youth arrested for first-time offenses admit guilt and are referred to Teen Court instead of going to Juvenile Court. Teen volunteers age 12-17 staff all aspects of the court, including jurors, defense attorneys, prosecuting attorneys, bailiffs and clerks. Law students are mentors to the juries and attorney or sitting judge who volunteers time to the program.
opportunities

Below are some opportunities for you to get involved with this great organization. But don't limit yourself to just these! If you're excited about their mission, give them a call to see what other needs you may be able to fill. Thanks for serving and have fun making a difference!

Juror

Starts: March 1st, 2009

Volunteers must be at least 12 years old.

Description
The Reach For Youth Court is a peer-sentencing program for juvenile offenders in Central Indiana. Youth arrested for first-time offenses admit guilt and are referred to Teen Court instead of going to Juvenile Court. Teen volunteers 12-17 staff all aspects of the court including jurors, defense attorneys, prosecuting attorneys, and bailiffs.
Notes / Special Requirements
Volunteers must take jury training before you can volunteer. Volunteers must be between the ages of 12 and 17.

Defense Attorney

Starts: March 1st, 2009

Volunteers must be at least 12 years old.

Description
The Reach For Youth Court is a peer-sentencing program for juvenile offenders in Central Indiana. Youth arrested for first-time offenses admit guilt and are referred to Teen Court instead of going to Juvenile Court. Teen volunteers 12-17 staff all aspects of the court including jurors, defense attorneys, prosecuting attorneys, and bailiffs.
Notes / Special Requirements
Volunteers must take jury training before you can volunteer. Volunteers must be between the ages of 12 and 17.

Prosecuting Attorney in Teen Court

Starts: March 1st, 2009

Volunteers must be at least 12 years old.

Description
The Reach For Youth Court is a peer-sentencing program for juvenile offenders in Central Indiana. Youth arrested for first-time offenses admit guilt and are referred to Teen Court instead of going to Juvenile Court. Teen volunteers 12-17 staff all aspects of the court including jurors, defense attorneys, prosecuting attorneys, and bailiffs.
Notes / Special Requirements
Volunteers must take jury training before you can volunteer. Volunteers must be between the ages of 12 and 17.