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Status Offense
An action prohibited for only certain groups of people, generally minors. The behavior would not be illegal if engaged in by an adult. The age of minor status differs from state to state. Examples of status offenses include running away, truancy, and underage drinking and smoking.
10.4135/9781412972024.n2427
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