One of the judges for the Teen Court Program writes:

I have been volunteering with the Teen Court program for about 8 months, and it has been a rewarding and enjoyable experience. I feel that the program has great benefits for the kids involved, both as defendants and as participants in the process. My experience has been that the defendants almost universally gain from their time at Teen Court. My experience has also been that the staff truly cares about the defendants and their situations. The personal contact is a key to the success of the program and the positive results keep the adult volunteers coming back week after week.

The student-volunteers are absolutely wonderful; they are giving of their time, dedicated to the cause, and willing and able to learn about the judicial system. I have found them to be exceptional in nearly every facet of their performance. The students' participation and energy is another reason the adult volunteers keep coming back week after week. At least for me, it is unbelievable to see these teens make such an impact in each other's lives; and it is equally unbelievable to see the defendants impacted in such a positive way. Simply put, Teen Court is an indispensable tool that should be integrated into every urban center in North Carolina. I am so proud of the things I see every time I go to Teen Court. Thank you for your efforts and results.

Richard Leissner