The Newark Youth Court in New Jersey gives young people an alternative to youth incarceration. For young people accused of minor offenses, they have the option of being judged by a jury of their peers — where teenagers are the judge, jury, plaintiff, and defendants.
Produced by Yasmeena Sharif, Lael Beckles, Madinah Drinkard, Jelani Dean, Elise George, Elijah Mosley, Sahada Hunt-Foster. Instruction provided by SRL Connected Educator Sharon Alonzo. Station support provided by NJTV.
