Youth Court (also known as “Teen Court” or “Juvenile First Offender Program”), is a diversion program offered to some minors who have been charged with a misdemeanor offense but who do not have a prior criminal record. The program implements the rehabilitative and restorative model of juvenile justice by presenting the child defendant’s case to a “jury” of his or her peers and having the teen participants impose educational sanctions on the accused. Youth Court requires the accused child to admit guilt to the alleged offense and agree to allow his or her peers decide the “sentence” after a “trial.” The sentence could include community service hours, a letter of apology, and restitution. Successful participation in, and completion of, the Youth Court program results in dismissal of the criminal case and avoidance of a juvenile delinquency record. Youth Court in Palm Beach County is typically run by the Palm Beach County School District Police with the assistance of a volunteer attorney who acts as the judge. Student volunteers act as the jury, clerk, prosecutor, and defense.