Fourteen-year-old Alicia ran away from home to escape her abusive father. Which of the following types of crime has she committed?

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A status offense is an action that is prohibited only to a certain class of people, and most often applies to offenses committed by minors. In this case, running away from home is considered a status offense because it is illegal due to Alicia's age, not because the act itself is illegal for everyone.

Fourteen-Year-Old Alicia Ran Away from Home to Escape Her Abusive