Juvenile Delinquency
Client Legal Education Materials
The Rights of Juveniles Who Are Arrested
Everyone in the United States has basic rights when placed under arrest, like the right to remain silent and to have a lawyer present during questioning. Juveniles, defined as young people under the age of 18, have these rights plus others under Mississippi Youth Court laws. See what rights a Juvenile has upon being arrested.
Youth Services
The Division of Youth Services (DYS) administers probation/aftercare services and institutional programs for juveniles who have been adjudged delinquent in Mississippi Youth Courts, or are at-risk of becoming delinquent.