Probation is the most common disposition for adjudicated juveniles, but little is known about specific requirements imposed on juveniles, which requirements are most commonly violated, and how requirements might relate to probation outcomes. This study gathered basic information about juvenile probation and investigated the relationship between certain youth characteristics and probation violation, as well as whether the imposition of any particular probation requirements predicted violation. Results from 120 youths’ archived public defender files identified 29 probation requirements imposed by judges and 18 common reasons youth violated probation. Chi square analyses demonstrated that prior probation violation and race were significantly associated with an increased likelihood of having violated probation. Logistic regression results also revealed a significant relationship between receipt of two specific probation requirements—Drug Tests and Drug and Alcohol Counseling—and probation violation. Implications, limitations, and future research are discussed.M.S., Clinical Psychology -- Drexel University, 201
