Data Sources:

• Franklin County Court of Common Pleas, Division of Domestic Relations and Juvenile Branch (JDC admissions, RECLAIM, Teen Court)
• Ohio Revised Code Section 2901.02, Classification of Offenses (definitions)

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Definitions:

• Franklin County Juvenile Detention Center: The maximum-security facility housing juveniles requiring placement in a restrictive or protective environment
• Felony crime: Felony crime includes murder, rape, aggravated burglary, aggravated robbery, drug trafficking, auto theft, and breaking and entering
• Misdemeanor crime: A misdemeanor is an offense not classified as a felony and for which no more than one year of imprisonment may be imposed as a penalty

Explanations and Caveats:

• Ohio law requires persons age 16 and 17 to be transferred to adult court if they are arrested for murder, aggravated burglary, or aggravated robbery when a firearm is used.
• RECLAIM operates several programs within itself. Some of the youth served were enrolled in more than one program and may be counted more than once in the total.

Update Status:

October 2011