Programs & Services

Youth and the Law
Empowering Youth to stay on the Right Side of the Law

The Youth and the Law program is provided in three different formats based on the location of the youth: detained, in school, or in the community.

Youth and the Law I- Detained Youth Youth and the Law II-School Based Youth and the Law III-Community Based

Please contact us for more information on Youth and the Law I and II.

Our popular community program, Youth and the Law III, is approved by the Orange County Probation Department as a Juvenile Diversion Program. The program is described below.

Youth and the Law III is a legal awareness and decision making program for youth ages 12-17 located in Orange County, California. Designed to prevent and provide early intervention for juvenile delinquency, Youth and the Law III teaches youth about the law, its importance in their lives, the consequences of criminal activity and healthy decision making skills. Parents of teens are provided with basic tools and resources for raising teens. This program provides youth and parents with the knowledge and support to make lasting, positive changes in their lives.

By providing an understanding of the role of law in our lives, the consequences of violating or disregarding those laws, and reasons for staying  on the “right” side of the law, a comprehensive, positive and meaningful message is presented that respects an adolescent’s evolving identity while clearly emphasizing safe and healthy development from dangerous and destructive lifestyle choices.
This class is open to all youth ages 12-17 in Orange County. Minors are required to attend the program with a parent/legal guardian. Each youth who completes Youth and the Law III receives a completion certificate.

Course Content 
All Youth and the Law programs cover 6 core topic areas:

1. Purpose of Law in our Lives
2. Introduction into the Juvenile Justice System
3. Laws pertinent to youth in California
4. Rights and Responsibilities of Minors and Parents
5. Consequences of Criminal Activity
6. Putting it all Together: Making Wiser Choices

Classes are taught by Martine Wehr, JD along with guest speakers from law enforcement, corrections, youth in custody and licensed marriage and family therapist among others.

Locations: Youth and the Law III classes are held at 2 sites in Orange County:

Saddleback College 28000 Marguerite Parkway Mission Viejo, CA 92692

Orange Coast College 2701 Fairview Road Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Time and Dates: Classes are held on Saturdays. Please call for specific dates.

Costs: Program fee is $100.00



Mentoring
Mentoring Services are fee based services that are available for children, adolescents and young adults. This service provides a “one on one”, supportive relationship that assists youth by:

• Teaching life skills and sound decision making
• Promoting pro social and healthy activities and behaviors
• Providing support and encouragement
• Assisting in character development
• Providing a positive role model

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact Juvenile Consulting Services at (949) 395-1085.


Referral and Resources
Parents and adolescents needing additional local resources and referrals for services, programs and professionals are provided at no cost.