The justice system uses many special terms. Below is a list of terms, their definitions, and in some cases corresponding statute numbers. Terms related to the juvenile system are in black .
Terms related to the adult system are in red .
It is not a part of the department of corrections which operates adult prisons. When juvenile leave these locked facilities, they may be supervised in the community by ADJC's parole officers. A person against whom a complaint, petition or indictment is filed. This is the hearing at which it is determined whether the juvenile is guilty of the charges. A person eighteen years of age or older.