Which type of aftercare requires no supervision from the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ)?

The correct answer is direct discharge, which refers to a specific type of aftercare for juveniles where they are released from the juvenile justice system without any ongoing supervision or requirements from the Department of Juvenile Justice. This means that once the juvenile completes their sentence or program, they are allowed to reintegrate into the community completely, without any conditions or monitoring.

This method is sometimes utilized for juveniles who have demonstrated positive behavior and are deemed to be sufficiently rehabilitated, allowing them to transition back into society independently. Direct discharge can facilitate greater autonomy for the juvenile and can be part of a strategy to promote personal responsibility as they move forward.

In contrast, the other options involve varying levels of oversight and requirements from the DJJ. Supervised release, conditional release, and structured aftercare all entail some form of monitoring or support from the department, which is aimed at ensuring the juvenile continues on a positive path post-release.