A is someone, usually under age 18, who is determined to have committed a criminal offense or status offense in states in which a minor is declared to lack responsibility and cannot be sentenced as an adult.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Juvenile delinquent is the term used to describe a minor, typically under the age of 18, who has been found to have committed a criminal offense or status offense, indicating they have engaged in illegal behavior or acts considered offenses due to their age.

A Is Someone, Usually Under Age 18, Who Is Determined