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This document compares the juvenile and adult justice systems. It explains how the juvenile justice system works, how it differs from the adult system, and the types of cases heard in juvenile court. It is for the CJA 374 module.
What's inside
- The juvenile justice system and its evolution
- Differences between juvenile and adult justice systems
- Types of cases heard in juvenile court
- Age limits and eligibility for juvenile court
- Parental responsibility and state custody
Who it is for: For students of Criminal Justice CJA 374. (Undergraduate)
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Summary
Juvenile and adult courts differ in how they handle cases. Students learn about the differences and the types of cases heard in juvenile court.
Juvenile justice system
The juvenile justice system handles minors who break the law. It has changed over time, with policy changes affecting how juveniles are treated in court.
Juvenile court proceedings
Juvenile court deals with minors who commit crimes. Proceedings are civil, not criminal. A juvenile cannot be charged with a crime but can be accused of a delinquent act.
Eligibility for juvenile court
Individuals under a certain age can be eligible for juvenile court. The age limit varies by state. Some states have set limits on court eligibility based on age.
Cases heard in juvenile court
Three types of cases are heard in juvenile court. These include juvenile delinquency cases, juvenile dependency cases, and cases involving status offenses.
Key terms
- delinquent act
- A crime committed by a juvenile.
- broad powers
- The authority of the court to make decisions for the juvenile.
- civil petition
- A request filed by a prosecutor or probation officer to start a criminal case in juvenile court.
- status offenses
- Offenses that apply only to minors, such as underage smoking.
- juvenile dependency cases
- Cases involving minors who are abused or neglected by their parents.
- legal custody
- The court's authority to retain a juvenile until they become an adult.
Questions this document helps with
- What are the differences between juvenile and adult courts?
- How are cases started in juvenile court?
- What types of cases are heard in juvenile court?
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