Juveniles
/ˈdʒuːvənəlz/
Definitions
- (n.) Individuals under the age of majority subject to juvenile court jurisdiction.
The court handles cases involving juveniles separately from adults.
Forms
- juvenile
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Commentary
Use 'juveniles' typically to refer to underage persons in legal contexts distinct from adults; plural of 'juvenile.'
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