The guidelines are intended to be broad and general, thus encouraging many nominations on behalf of individuals who have provided direct service or contributed in another form to the Juvenile Justice System. Examples include literature, legislation, innovative programs, bravery, service methods and procedures, administration of programs for delinquency prevention and control, leadership, education and training, consultation, dedicated service, etc.

Each year the Awards committee shall be comprised of the California State Juvenile Officers Award Committee and two Advisory Board Members. All pertinent information concerning nominees for the Awards shall be submitted, in writing, to a member of the Awards committee no later than Friday, July 17, 2015. Please use the application link on the website http://www.csjoa.com to print out the application. Additional pages may be included. The Board of Directors shall review the list of nominations and recommendations from the Awards Committee and render a final decision.

Email nominations to marilee.moon.vanni@gmail.com or mail nominations and additional material to: CSJOA, P.O. Box 278444, Sacramento, CA 95827-8444. Late submissions will not be considered.