Andrea Thompson's story was featured in a March 24 honoluluadvertiser.com article by Joan Conrow:
"I tell my kids, I actually know more than they think," Thompson said. "When I was in high school, I was one troublemaker. I was a huge troublemaker. The difference is I never got arrested. I tell them that even if they're in trouble now, it doesn't always have to be like this. It all comes down to choice."
Thompson, who recently won the "Spirit of the Judiciary Award" for her outstanding job performance, does more than serve as a good role model. She also tries to get the 100 or so juveniles assigned to her back on the right track.
"I can't protect everyone or help everyone, but you have to try and do the best job possible," she said. "It's kind of a thankless job, but for me, it's rewarding, because I know with some kids, I've made a difference."
Labels: juvenile crime, probation, laws
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