Ashtabula County Juvenile Court Judge Albert Camplese gives an overview of the court’s mission, vision, and operational framework. Learn how early intervention, proactive family involvement, and community resources work together to keep children safe and empower local families with the tools they need for long-term success.
In this video, the Ashtabula County Juvenile Court Judge shares its core mission: identifying challenges early and building “off-ramps” away from the justice system before crises happen.
Key Highlights:
- Addressing Root Causes Early: Many long-term challenges stem from unaddressed trauma, behavioral delays, or mild cognitive obstacles during youth.
- Catching these early prevents future isolation and legal involvement.
- The Youth Resource Center: Families and schools are invited to engage with our Resource Center—before any delinquency or legal issue arises—for assessments and direct connection to support services.
- Focusing on the 15%: Statistics show 85% of youth naturally mature out of risky behaviors by age 17. Our court focuses on providing tailored intervention for the remaining 15% so justice system involvement is never their path.
- A Partnership with Families: The court works with Ashtabula County families to remove barriers and provide supportive, compassionate care.
“It really comes down to identifying what the barriers are and meaningfully addressing them as soon as we possibly can.”
Watch the full video above to see how early intervention is strengthening families and keeping our community safe.
