This gritty documentary series illustrates what happens when kids find out their choices have real consequences. Through exclusive State Supreme Court access to the Lake County Juvenile Center in Indiana, MTV Juvies depicts what happens to these juvenile offenders during their stay at the detention center, and offers an unprecedented look inside the courtroom, where their lives and their futures are at the hands of a sole judge who will determine their sentence.
From substance abuse to running away to school violence, MTV Juvies addresses many issues that affect young people. To learn more about these difficult issues and to get support, check out the resources below.
Get the Facts
What is Juvenile Detention?
Confused by the legal terms? Check out the MTV Juvies Glossary
Get the scoop on minors and the law
Check out your state's juvenile justice profile
Violence
Control your anger before it controls you
Stop the violence!
Start a youth crime watch
Substance Abuse
Check out the alcohol laws in your state
Why is the drinking age 21?
Tips on cutting down drinking
Drugs and your tender brain
Need help? Find a drug treatment center
Depresssion
Depression: Watch for these warning signs
Get the facts on anxiety disorders, depression and more
Do have a friend who you think needs your support? Find out how to help
Feel lost? Talk to someone now
Stealing
Why do people steal?
Take the shoplifting quiz
The five finger discount
Runaways
Ten things to ask yourself before running away from home
Are you a runaway? Get home for free