1. Teen Court can cut down the crime rate of teenagers. 2. Teenagers learn to assume responsibility and be accountable for their actions because of early intervention. 3. The program is cost efficient. 4. Parents and guardians must be involved in the process. 5. Teen Court allows young people to get involved within the community. 6. Teen Court wipes clean the juvenile court record of first time offenders. 7. There is confidential handling of cases. 8. The program is totally voluntary. 9. The program gives teens an opportunity to learn about the judicial system. 10. Teen Court helps youth develop a healthy attitude toward authority.