CRJ 107Juvenile Delinquency & Proced.

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This course studies the American juvenile justice system, its history, objectives, and adaptation to societal changes. The very first juvenile court system was developed in Chicago in 1899. Students will be introduced to the theoretical causes of juvenile crime, behavioral theories, policing responses, and how the focus of juvenile courts differs from adult courts. The functions of juvenile agencies, juvenile processing, detention, case disposition, and contemporary issues in juvenile justice will also be the subject of discussion. (3 contact hours)