1.  If a child commits an alcohol or marijuana offense:

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(a) For a first or second offense:

(1) The child is a child in need of supervision and is not a delinquent child, and the child must be placed under informal supervision pursuant to NRS 62C.200; and

(2) The child shall perform not more than 24 hours of community service.

(b) For a third or subsequent offense, a district attorney may file a petition alleging delinquency.

2.  As used in this section, ‘alcohol or marijuana offense’ means:

(a) A violation of NRS 202.020;

(b) A violation of a city or county ordinance relating to the consumption or possession of alcohol;

(c) A violation of subsection 4 of NRS 453.336 for possession of 1 ounce or less of marijuana; or

(d) A violation of a city or county ordinance relating to the possession of 1 ounce or less of marijuana.