Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections - An Active Partnership

An Active Partnership

The juvenile justice system in Idaho is a system in which there are two separate, but equally important parts, that must be balanced. Idaho counties and the state of Idaho operate independently and interdependently of one another. 96% of justice involved juveniles receive services safely and economically at the county level through juvenile probation departments and detention facilities.
In cases where the juvenile offender cannot be safely managed in the county, the court may order commitment to the legal custody of the state of Idaho. If a juvenile is committed to the IDJC, he is assessed and placed at a facility (contract provider or state) to address his risks and needs. Together, the county probation offices and the IDJC implement the balanced approach philosophy emphasizing three priorities: community safety, accountability, and competency development. Through this approach, both the counties and the state work together to ensure that juvenile justice in Idaho is a system that provides the best possible opportunities for juveniles to lead productive lives in the future. By applying the balanced approach & taking into account the developmental stage of the offender and the severity of the offense, Idaho’s juvenile justice system fosters individual responsibility, protects the community, and enhances Idaho’s quality of life.

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