Juvenile Court Administration
Roles & Responsibilities
As the Juvenile Division of the
Superior Court in Coconino County, our agency has jurisdiction of minors between the ages of 8 and 18 when considering incorrigible and delinquent acts. Realizing that juvenile delinquency is a quality of life issue affecting the total community, the Coconino County Juvenile Court, Probation Department, and Detention Services seek the involvement and cooperation of many entities in fulfilling their responsibilities.
Our Vision
Coconino County Juvenile Court is a progressive agency committed to the belief that each youth grows and learns in a nurturing environment.
Our Mission
The mission of Coconino County Juvenile Court is to:
- Increase the ability of youth to achieve success
- Promote citizen safety from juvenile crime
- Reduce juvenile delinquency
Our Philosophy
The balanced and restorative justice model fits our belief in a cognitive approach to juvenile delinquency. Our response to each juvenile offender is guided by assessment, community protection considerations, obligations of the juvenile as a result of the offense, and intervention allowing the juvenile to leave the system, less likely to return.