Juveniles who commit acts that are criminal when committed by adults are considered a separate class of offenders called status offenders.

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Juveniles who commit acts that would not be considered crimes if committed by adults, such as truancy or running away from home, are considered status offenders. Acts that are criminal when committed by adults are not what classify juveniles as status offenders.

Juveniles Who Commit Acts That Are Criminal When Committed by Adults