Which of the following is a status offense?
A) burglary
B) trespassing
C) driving while intoxicated
D) truancy

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Truancy is considered a status offense because it is an action that is only considered a violation of the law due to the offender's status as a minor. Other choices, such as burglary, trespassing, and driving while intoxicated, are criminal offenses regardless of the offender's age.

Which of the Following Is a Status Offense