Status offence refers to a nondelinquent, noncriminal act considered to be illegal because the perpetrator is not an adult. Truancy, curfew violations, and underage drinking are examples of status offenses.
Status offence refers to a nondelinquent, noncriminal act considered to be illegal because the perpetrator is not an adult. Truancy, curfew violations, and underage drinking are examples of status offenses.