SOCI 221 - Juvenile Justice

4.00 credit hours

A close-up look at juvenile laws, crimes committed by young people and the juvenile justice system. Special attention given to specific crimes such as shoplifting, tagging and vandalism and more serious crimes of theft, assault and drug behavior. Discussions of social policies related to treatment and prevention and an analysis of juvenile courts, diversion program and incarceration.

Cardinal Directions Designation(s): U.S. Power Structures.

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