Included is a list
of frequently asked questions, our STAAT Program, and
some general juvenile issues
Frequently Asked Questions - Juvenile
Matters
Q.
What is the nightly curfew for teens and what is the age
cut-off?
A. Our Village Ordinance for curfew is Sunday-Thursday
11pm, and Friday through Saturday it is 12am. This is
for teens under the age of 17 (16 and under).
Q.
What is the law or age for teens and talking or texting
on their cell phones while driving?
 A.
In the State of Illinois, as of January 1st 2010, no one
is allowed to compose any type of electronic message while
driving. As far as talking on cell phones, it is prohibited
for all drivers under the age of 19, except in the case
of emergency where the driver is trying to reach the police
station or any other emergency service. For more information
on Graduated Driver License laws please visit www.cyberdriveillinois.com.
Q.
What is Peer Jury?
A. Peer Jury is a Diversionary Program that is designed
for first time offenders for most non-violent crimes,
with some exceptions. The program is set up as an alternative
to going through the court system. It is a form of Restorative
Justice that tries to rebuild the trust between the offender,
victim, and the community. The program is run through
the Downers Grove Township and they meet on Monday nights.
Instead of appearing before a judge, the offender would
have to discuss the incident in front of a group of juveniles
that are in his age group. If you have any further questions
regarding the program or would like to sign your child
up to be a juror please contact me at jrauen@villageofhinsdale.org.
STAAT Program
Stop Teen Alcohol Abuse Together
-STAAT is a program designed by the
Hinsdale Police Department to combat under age drug
and alcohol abuse
-It hopes to combine the assistance
between Parents, Teens, Police Officers, and other
members of the community in order to accomplish this
task.
STAAT Program includes:
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Community Service for first time alcohol local
ordinance violations.
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Notification letters to parents when alcohol
use is suspected.
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Anonymous Party tip Hotline “Stop the Party before
it Starts”.
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Zero tolerance arrests for teens found consuming
or possessing alcohol by Police. First time offenders
are sent through the Peer Jury Program.
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Arrest Free Alternative if Parents Suspect Alcohol
Use.
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Police to Anonymously Check Suspected Drugs for
Parents.
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All Alcohol Offenders must attend our Alive at
25 Defensive Driving Course.
Notification letters to parents when alcohol
use is suspected.
- Officers finding vehicles parked in places and
at times where alcohol use is suspected will send
a letter to the registered vehicle owner advising
them of the circumstances where the vehicle was
parked and encouraging a parental follow-up query
with the teen if necessary.
Arrest Free Alternative if Parents Suspect
Alcohol or Drug Use allowing parents to notify Police
if their teen comes home after consuming alcohol:
- Officer will respond and conduct a voluntary preliminary
breath test for alcohol.
- Teen not questioned or taken into custody, appointment
will be made with the teen and parent to meet with
a Juvenile Officer.
- School and newspaper are not notified of the violation.
- No computerized arrest record.
Police to Anonymously Check Suspected Drugs
for Parents
- Parents may bring suspected materials to police
department where the department will conduct an
anonymous field test to identify the substance.
- If the test is positive the parents will be advised
and the substance disposed of.
- Police will not question or attempt to identify
the person bringing the substance in,or the suspected
teen.
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What happens during
Alive At 25 Courses?
Vehicle crashes are the #1 cause of death for people between
the ages of 16 and 24. The National Safety Council, a leader
in driver improvement training for more than 40 years, developed
DDC-Alive at 25 to specifically target drivers in this age
group.
This highly interactive 4 1/2 hour program encourages young
drivers between the ages of 16 and 24 to take responsibility
for their driving behavior. Skill practices and on-the-spot
defensive driving techniques help change bravado to confidence.
Our DDC-Alive at 25 instructors use personal examples and
even humor to get their point across. They use workbook
exercises, interactive media segments, group discussions,
role-playing, and short lectures to help young drivers develop
convictions and strategies that will keep them safer on
the road.
DDC-Alive at 25 teaches young adults that:
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People in their age group are more likely to be hurt
or killed in a vehicle crash.
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Inexperience, distractions, and peer pressure cause
unique driving hazards.
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Speeding, alcohol, and "party drugs" greatly increase
their risk of injury or death.
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As a driver or passenger, they can greatly reduce their
risk by taking control.
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Committing to changing their driving behavior makes
personal, legal and financial sense.
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This is a short list of the many Juvenile Programs
that we run and facilitate. There are also many other
programs that we currently run. We pride ourselves
on doing everything we can to equip the Youth in this
Community with the knowledge it takes to make safe
and educated decisions in life. We also take that
extra step in order to make sure they are learning
from their mistakes. If you would like more information
on any of these programs, other juvenile programs,
or if you have any other questions/concerns please
contact me at jrauen@villageofhinsdale.org.
I would be happy to answer them!
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