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A _____________ refers to conduct that is illegal only because the child is under age.

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status offense

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Status offense is an action that is considered illegal only for the minors and would not be a crime if an adult does the same behavior. For example, using alcohol, running away from home are unlawful for the youth because they are under age.

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