Local Government
How many counties are there currently in Georgia?
159 counties
What is a juvenile of Georgia considered if he/she is found in possession of alcohol?
unruly child
What Services Do City Governments Provide?
Cities may provide services including:
Police and fire protection
Street Maintenance
Water service
What's a Special Purpose Districts?
Governments created to serve a specific function for the state or community
What is a delinquent act?
What is a delinquent act?
a crime if committed by an adult, acts are under jurisdiction of Georgia's juvenile court
In addition to the counties, how many cities are there in the state of Georgia?
535 cities in the state of Georgia
If a person runs away from home, they would be considered doing a what?
Delinquent Act
City Governments are established by .....
Municipal Charter
A written document that sets up its governmental structure
What's an Example of a Special Purpose Districts?
Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA)
Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport
What is intake?
the juvenile is turned over to a juvenile court intake officer, who investigates the case
What behavior is an example of an unruly behavior?
What behavior is an example of an unruly behavior?
Examples:
Possession of alcohol, cigarettes, or Vapes
Leaving home without permission of their parents or guardians
Name 3 Juvenile Consequences?
Boot camp
Probation
Youth detention center
In the state of GA, the juvenile justice system has jurisdiction over children under the age of
13-17
THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS
NAME THEM ...