FAQ

When am I considered an adult?
What qualifies as a Misdemeanor C?
How long do I have to volunteer before I can become an attorney?
How many times can a person request Teen Court?
How long am I expected to volunteer after being trained as an attorney?

In the state of Texas you will be prosecuted as an adult at the age of 17 and older. However, you may be eligible to be tried in Teen Court until you are 18 years old, as long as you are still in school.

CLASS “C” MISDEMEANORS
Class 1	Speeding 1-10 mph over limit Certain Traffic Violations
Class 2	Curfew violations Disorderly Conduct Public Intoxication Speeding 11-20 mph over speed limit Certain Traffic Violations
Class 3	Curfew Violation 2nd Offense Criminal Mischief under $50 Disruption of Class Use/Possession of Tobacco products Drug Paraphernalia Speeding 21-25 mph over speed limit Speeding - school zone Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility Certain Traffic Violations
Class 4	Failure to attend Truancy Driving Under the Influence Speeding 25 mph or more over Speeding - School Zone Certain Traffic Violations

Ideally, we would like for you to volunteer as a Juror for at least 3-4 Teen Court sessions. This will enable you to become familiar with the process. You will also be required to attend a Teen Attorney training that is given by our office. This is generally a two- to three-hour training session.

A teen can only request Teen Court once every two years.

We ask that you commit to at least one semester.