Former YAP client, age 18
YAP is available to help young people in many ways. Here are just a few:
If you are under 17 years old, indigent (unable to hire a lawyer because of financial constraints), and are charged as a delinquent or a youthful offender, YAP can offer you legal
representation and advocacy. Learn more about how we can help by visiting our Programs & Services
page or looking at Frequently Asked Questions.
If you would like to learn more about your rights, the laws affecting juveniles, the Juvenile Court Process and the Massachusetts
Juvenile Justice System, YAP can teach you and your friends. Learn more about our Know the Law workshops.
Also download our informational sheets below.
"Now That You're In Juvenile Court..." (.pdf) explains how the court process work for juveniles. This sheet includes
the roles of the prosecutor, probation officer, lawyer and judge as well as the process of arraignment.
Available in English, Spanish,
Haitian Creole, Khmer,
Somali, & Vietnamese.
"Now That You're On Probation..." (.pdf) explains the responsiblities of the
probationer and includes tips for staying out of DYS after
the term of probation has been completed. Please feel free
to download these as well.
Available in English, Spanish,
Haitian Creole, Khmer,
Somali, & Vietnamese.
YAP can help you find the services and programs you need to have a positive future. For those of you who live outside of Suffolk
County, YAP can also assist you in finding help in your own city and town. Email
or call us with your questions.
