Juvenile Delinquency and Justice

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The philosophy, theory, and history of juvenile delinquency, including its causes, preventions, and measurement from sociological perspectives. The course examines the historical development of juvenile justice, including the establishment of the juvenile court and juvenile corrections in America. Topics include: the philosophical, social, and legal justifications of juvenile justice; contrasts the processing of juveniles with that of adult offenders; and focuses on contemporary issues and problems in juvenile justice. Prerequisite(s): CRJU 1103 >= C Cross-Listed Course(s): SOCI 4433 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeatability: May not be repeated for credit. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Schedule Type (Primary): Lecture Schedule Type (Additional): Asynchronous Instruction Click here for the Schedule of Classes.