Juvenile/Minors Violations

Juvenile

All juveniles are required to appear in court for all proceedings in their cases. The parent(s) or legal guardians of any juvenile under the age of 17 charged in Municipal Court is required to be present in court with his or her child, even if represented by legal counsel.

Juveniles who fail to appear or complete their sentence will be reported to the Department of Public Safety. The Department of Public Safety may suspend or deny the right to obtain a juvenile's driver's license. 

Alcohol/Tobacco-Minors

Alcohol Related Offenses:

If you are under the age of 21, and are charged with an alcohol related offense you MUST take an alcohol awareness course and perform alcohol related community service, whether it is part of a deferred disposition or straight plea conviction order. Failure to take the class and/or perform the alcohol related community service will result in the suspension of your driver's license consistent with state law.


Tobacco Related Offenses:

If you are under the age of 18, and are charged with a tobacco related offense you MUST take a tobacco awareness course, whether it is part of a deferred disposition or straight plea conviction order. Failure to take the class will result in the suspension of your driver's license consistent with state law.