Teen Court is a unique program where participants take on the roles of all court personnel, including the Judge, jury, clerk, bailiff, and Solicitor, on a rotational basis. The program aims to promote fairness and objectivity by having participants treat each case individually and without prejudice.

To be eligible for the Teen Court program, applicants must either be a student currently in the 10th-12th grade within the South Fulton County area or a college freshman in the metro Atlanta area. Additionally, they must be in good academic standing and have a GPA of 3.0 or better.

Yes, participants selected for the Teen Court program must attend a full-day "mandatory" training session held on a Saturday. Successful completion of the training program will grant applicants the privilege of becoming a Teen Court participant.

• Participants are allowed a maximum of 2 absences from court during the 23-24 Teen Court season.
• Participants must adhere to Teen Court guidelines, maintain confidentiality, treat all participants with respect, and follow the court rules.
• All participants are expected to listen objectively during hearings and assign constructive sentences designed to hold the defendants accountable for their actions, responsible to the community, and the victim.
• Participants must arrive on time, dress professionally, maintain confidentiality, be dependable, and exhibit professionalism at all times.
• Participants must commit to serving one Wednesday a month from September to April. The Teen Court hearings will last approximately two hours, starting at 6:30 pm. Participants will meet at 5:00 pm for dinner and case reviews.

The Teen Court program typically runs from September to April. Participants are required to serve one Wednesday evening a month during this period.

Participants will take on different roles in court, such as the Judge, jury, clerk, bailiff, and Solicitor, on a rotational basis. The specific assignment of roles will be determined by the organizers of the Teen Court program.

Participating in the Teen Court program offers several benefits, including gaining valuable experience in the legal system, enhancing communication and teamwork skills, and developing a sense of responsibility and accountability.

No, the Teen Court program is specifically open to college freshmen in the metro Atlanta area or students in the 10th-12th grade within the South Fulton County area.

Information regarding the application process, deadlines, and any additional requirements can be obtained from our City webpage, www.unioncityga.org orby calling Union City's Court Services Department at 770-306-6847.