1 New York-A juvenile is anyone under the age of 16, but at least 7 years old. 2  Children who are 13, 14, and 15 years old who commit more serious or violent crimes can be tried as adults. 3  Illinois-A juvenile is anyone under the age of 17. Children who are 13, 14, and 15 years old who commit more serious or violent crimes can be tried as adults. 2  Illinois-A juvenile is anyone under the age of 17. 3  Anyone 13 years old and above can be tried as an adult if he or she has a record of previously breaking the law or commits a serious crime.
You can leave the chicks with the mother but it will only last 4 to 8 weeks. Usually, it's the mother hen who wants to wean them and get back to her flock. In warm weather, you don't really need a heat lamp, but get a secure pen and chick starter until they're 20 weeks old.
Raising Chicks. Now comes the fun of taking care of your new chicks. You should plan out where you are going to keep them before they hatch, so your enclosure is ready to go. You can't just take them out to the hen house and let them loose with your adult chickens.They need extra warmth and care from you for at least 2 months.aising Chicks. Now comes the fun of taking care of your new chicks. You should plan out where you are going to keep them before they hatch, so your enclosure is ready to go. You can't just take them out to the hen house and let them loose with your adult chickens.