In the context of the correctional sanctions for a juvenile, which of the following is true of deferred adjudication?

A. There is no formal adjudication and hence no record of a proceeding.
B. The juvenile agrees to follow certain probation conditions after going to court to avoid incarceration.
C. It is used for most habitual, high-risk offenders.
D. There is direct supervision of the juvenile by the probation department.
E. It continues for five years or until the juvenile is reformed.


Answer: A

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