A nondelinquent/noncriminal offense; an offense that is illegal for underage persons, but not for adults.
- Curfew violation - Violation of an ordinance forbidding persons below a certain age from being in public places during set hours.
- Incorrigible, ungovernable - Being beyond the control of parents, guardians, or custodians.
- Running away - Leaving the custody and home of parents or guardians without permission and failing to return within a reasonable length of time.
- Truancy - Violation of a compulsory school attendance law.
- Underage drinking - Possession, use, or consumption of alcohol by a minor.