Faqs

Junior Bar

Is there a dress code?

Yes. Teen Court Volunteers are issued a polo style shirt with the Teen Court insignia embroidered on the left shoulder. Volunteers are asked to wear either black or khaki slacks, (girls may wear skirts), with their Teen Court shirt on court nights. Dress code for Junior Bar Meetings is casual.

Will I prosecute or defend friends?

Yes and No. A teen attorney may defend friends. No youth is allowed to prosecute someone they go to school with or may know socially. There have been no incidents of retaliation since the Wichita County Teen Court was established.

Is Teen Court confidential?

All Teen Court Volunteers are asked to sign an oath of confidentiality. Also, prior to each session the entire group takes an oath to keep all proceedings confident.  If you are found breeching this oath you could end up in serious trouble.

What are the times I need to be there?

All volunteers are asked to be present and signed in with the Teen Court staff by 5:15PM on court nights. Cases are assigned at this time and if a youth is late he or she may not have any assigned duties. Work will be found, there is always something to do!