Lower percentages
represent fewer youth
involved in the Juvenile
Justice system, Routt
County ranks fifth
among the Core
Counties, with 1.96%
of its population ages
10-17 involved in the juvenile justice system.

Source: Colorado State Judicial Branch, Statistical Report, 2007

 

The categories/areas are:

Child Care

Juvenile Delinquency

Education

Aging and Wellness

Low Income

Housing

 

Juvenille Justice System

juvenille justice

Routt County Ranks 5th

2. Juvenile Delinquency (weight: 10%)
What percentage of Routt County youth is involved with the Juvenile Justice System?
Basis: The number of youth who are brought to the attention of the authorities is a reflection of how a community deals with adolescents who have challenges. Measuring and tracking this number allow for comparison to other similar communities
and for assistance with identifying the need for social services.