Does the Juvenile Diversion program offer any services to juveniles who are not involved in the juvenile justice system? What kinds of services are offered in these cases?

Kootenai County Juvenile Diversion offers a number of groups and programs, some of which are open to participation for juveniles in the community who are not involved in the juvenile justice system.  Primary among these programs is the Project Towards No Drug Abuse prevention program.  Kootenai County Juvenile Diversion takes juveniles from the community for involvement in these programs through referral from schools, law enforcement, community organizations, and in some cases by direct referral from the parent.  If you are interested in learning more about these programs and the opportunity for juveniles to participate in these programs please contact Kootenai County Juvenile Diversion at 208-446-1970.

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1. If a juvenile participates in the Diversion program, will any charges or convictions appear on their record?
2. How confidential is a juvenile’s participation in the Diversion program?
3. Can a juvenile in the Diversion program travel out of state?
4. Do you have a list of approved Community Service work sites?
5. Can a juvenile on Diversion get a Driver’s License?
6. Can a juvenile on Diversion apply for a job?
7. Who needs to be present for the initial meeting with Diversion?
8. Does the Juvenile Diversion program offer any services to juveniles who are not involved in the juvenile justice system? What kinds of services are offered in these cases?