Lapeer County Juvenile Court diverts low-risk youth status offenders toward community-based services

Lapeer County Juvenile Court has taken a hands-on, restorative approach by partnering with the City of Lapeer Parks & Recreation. Under this collaboration, low-risk youth diverted from court are now assigned to meaningful roles, such as helping maintain local trails, an effort that builds community pride and real-world responsibility. This parks-based program goes beyond paperwork and detention; it’s about belonging and contribution while providing positive alternatives to court involvement. Read More » (The County Press)

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