Peer Court | Peer Court of Vermilion County

Provides a diversion and accountability program directed toward juvenile misdemeanor offenders who have admitted guilt or participation in an offense. Peer Court involves a teen jury system, which brings together juvenile offenders, their peers, and community agencies to determine consequences for the offenses. The peer court holds hearings to determine the circumstances of the offense and develop contracts with the offenders, which include restitution, apologies, community service work, and educational programs.