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COBRA team is comprised of a Sergeant and 6 Deputy Sheriffs.
The COBRA team is responsible for investigating all crimes perpetrated
by juveniles in the City. They are also responsible for tracking
any Gang activity and gang related crimes. The COBRA Unit works
hand in hand with local probation and parole officers, assisting
them with probation and parole searches throughout the area.
The COBRA
Team has developed strategies to combat youth crimes that
have been both innovative and effective. Chief among these
programs is the TEEN COURT program.
In the
Teen Court program, juveniles who are involved in crimes such
as vandalism and other low grade misdemeanors are tried by
a panel of (6) other teens from the valley. The panel is allowed
to ask the offender what happened and why, and may sentence
the violator. Typical sentences may include community service
or a "Word Essay". Violators may also be required
to sit on a future teen panel.
Thus far,
the Teen Court program has processed over 200 juveniles with
remarkable results. The recidivism rate is less than 7%!
For more
information on Teen Court, contact the COBRA Unit at
(661)
255-1121.
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