Juvenile Offender Cases
Juvenile offender cases in Kansas are governed by the Kansas Juvenile Justice Code. The Cherokee County Attorney's Office prosecutes juveniles alleged to have committed offenses that would be crimes if committed by an adult. Juvenile cases focus on holding youth accountable while also providing opportunities for rehabilitation and protecting public safety.
Common juvenile cases handled by our office include theft, criminal damage to property, battery, drug offenses, and traffic violations committed by minors.
Juvenile Diversion
For appropriate juvenile cases, the office offers diversion as an alternative to formal prosecution. A juvenile who successfully completes a diversion agreement may have the underlying charges dismissed.
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Traffic Cases
The County Attorney's Office prosecutes certain traffic offenses that occur in Cherokee County, including driving under the influence (DUI), driving while suspended, no proof of insurance, and other moving violations referred to our office. More serious traffic offenses, such as DUI and habitual violator cases, are routinely prosecuted as misdemeanors or felonies depending on the facts.
Traffic Diversion
For eligible traffic offenses, a diversion agreement may be offered. Successful completion can result in dismissal of the charge, helping to keep a clean driving record where appropriate.
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DUI Diversion
The office maintains a separate DUI diversion application with terms specific to driving under the influence cases.
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