A ______ is defined as an act committed by a juvenile that would be considered a crime if committed by an adult.

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Delinquency is the term used to describe an act committed by a juvenile that would be considered a crime if committed by an adult. A crime (option A) is a wrongful act that is considered punishable by law, and status offenses (option C) are acts considered illegal only if committed by minors (such as truancy or underage drinking). Collateral offenses (option D) is not a commonly used term in the criminal justice system.

A ______ Is Defined as an Act Committed by a Juvenile