Overview
Mission
The Unified Court System is committed to improving outcomes for New York’s youth through juvenile justice reform efforts happening across New York State. In collaborations with state and local agencies, non-profit and child-serving organizations, the Courts are embracing the recent shift in momentum and developing new strategies to promote a more efficient, and fair juvenile justice system. This website will serve as the central hub for all Court-involved projects including but not limited to: Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative, Regional Youth Justice Teams, Juvenile Justice Advisory Group and the Raise the Age Initiative.