Anne Arundel County Teen Court

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The Anne Arundel County Teen Court is an alternative justice system for first time non-violent offenders ages 10-17 offering teenager offenders a chance to learn from their mistake in lieu of having a criminal record. Students from ages 10-17 are needed to perform the roles of prosecuting and defense attorneys, bailiff, clerk and jury, earning 3 service-earning hours each court session.