The document discusses adolescent substance abuse as a criminal behavior. It describes typical perpetrators as juveniles between certain ages, and outlines individual risk factors like gender, race, and socioeconomic status that may contribute to substance abuse. The document also compares criminal and civil legal systems in terms of penalties, burden of proof, and key players involved. Furthermore, it proposes addressing this issue through prevention and intervention programs focused on strengthening protective factors and reducing risks in schools, families, and communities.