(law) To offend again, especially after being punished for a first offence; to reoffend, to recidivate.

One who commits a status offense; especially a juvenile delinquent taken into state care for uncontrollable behavior at home.

A child who has been convicted of a criminal offense.

Alternative form of repeat offender

(law) A juvenile offender whose crime is sufficiently serious that they can be sentenced as an adult.