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This document covers the Juvenile Justice System, its processes, and the different types of juvenile offenders. It also discusses juvenile crime statistics and trends. It is useful for understanding the juvenile justice process and the factors contributing to juvenile crime.
What's inside
- The Juvenile Justice System and its processes
- Types of juvenile offenders
- Juvenile crime statistics and trends
- Historical treatment of juvenile offenders
- Differences between juvenile and adult justice systems
- Factors contributing to juvenile crime
Who it is for: Students taking a course in Juvenile Justice or Criminology. (Undergraduate)
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Summary
Juvenile crime statistics and the juvenile justice system are discussed. The document explains how youths enter the system, how it differs from the adult criminal justice system, and the types of juvenile offenders.
Youths in the System
Youths enter the juvenile justice system through various means. Authorities try to understand the youth's situation and determine the best placement. The focus is on care, treatment, and safety rather than punishment.
Juvenile Justice Process
The juvenile justice process includes four major steps: intake, adjudication, disposition, and post-adjudication. Each step involves specific activities and hearings. The system aims to protect the youth's privacy and provide treatment or support services.
Types of Juvenile Offenders
Different types of juvenile offenders are discussed. These include non-criminal youths, irresponsible youths, situational offenders, drug and alcohol users, and chronic offenders. Each type has distinct characteristics and behaviors.
Juvenile Crime Statistics
Statistics on juvenile arrests and crime rates are presented. The document discusses trends in juvenile crime and the costs associated with it. It also mentions disparities in how different ethnic groups are treated in the system.
Key terms
- Juvenile Justice System
- A system focused on protecting youths, providing treatment, and rehabilitating them.
- Status Offender
- A youth who commits acts that are only illegal because of their age.
- Adjudication
- The process of determining whether a youth is delinquent or not.
- Disposition
- The decision made about the youth's placement and treatment after adjudication.
- Post-Adjudication
- The period after a youth has been adjudicated, including placement review and appeals.
- Juvenile Crime
- Crimes committed by persons younger than age 18.
Questions this document helps with
- How do youths typically enter the juvenile justice system?
- What are the main steps in the juvenile justice process?
- What types of behaviors bring children to the attention of the juvenile justice system?
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