What type of offenses are not violations of the law if committed by an adult?

Status offenses are actions that are only considered illegal due to the age of the person committing them, meaning they are not violations of the law if done by adults. These offenses typically pertain to behaviors that are deemed inappropriate for minors but are entirely legal for adults. Examples include truancy, curfew violations, and running away from home. In contrast, criminal offenses, serious offenses, and felonies are all acts that can be prosecuted regardless of the age of the offender, as they directly violate laws applicable to all individuals. Thus, since status offenses pertain specifically to minors and do not impose legal repercussions on adults, this makes them uniquely categorized in law.