Juvenile Justice System Insights

Summary

The evaluation of the Juvenile Mentoring Program (JUMP) found no significant reductions in mental health risks. Peer courts offer benefits like cost savings and accountability, but not community disintegration. Effective school programs target multiple risk factors. Under parens patriae, juvenile justice is informal and nonadversarial. Protective factors reduce delinquency risk, while risk factors like abuse increase it. Home visitation programs have multiple benefits. Public support leans towards prevention over punitive measures. Mentoring programs face challenges in mentor-mentee dynamics. Deinstitutionalization aims to reduce juvenile incarceration. Least restrictive alternatives prioritize community programs. Group homes offer nonsecure living with support services. Ankle bracelets are probation conditions. Suppression effect reduces post-release arrests. Balanced probation focuses on responsibility and community protection. Boot camps combine discipline with education. Probation involves community-based conditions. Aftercare is juvenile parole. Restitution is versatile in justice processes. Intensive probation has higher failure rates. Psychotherapy analyzes childhood experiences. Roper v.

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Tony is * and was caught vandalizing school property. He is a first-time, nonviolent offender and was offered to have his case heard in front of his peers. What is not one of the potential benefits of the alternative program Tony participated in? a. Cost savings b. Community disintegration c. Timeliness d. Accountability
In this scenario, one of the potential benefits that is not typically associated with alternative programs like peer courts is "b. Community disintegration." These programs aim to integrate and strengthen community bonds, not disintegrate them.
According to work by Gottfredson and colleagues, what is the main difference between school programs that work and those that do not work? a. Focusing on the biggest risk factor only b. Increasing school security measures c. Targeting an array of important risk factors d. Eliminating poorly evaluated teachers
According to the work by Gottfredson and colleagues, the main difference between school programs that work and those that do not is:
c. Targeting an array of important risk factors
Under the parens patriae philosophy, juvenile justice procedures are: a. formal and adversarial b. petitioned and sanctioned c. formal and bifurcated d. informal and nonadversarial
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Under the parens patriae philosophy, juvenile justice procedures are typically "d. informal and nonadversarial." This philosophy is focused on the welfare and rehabilitation of the juvenile rather than punishment, thus making the procedures less formal and more supportive.
Academic achievement, parental support and efficacy, and religiosity decrease the risk of occurrence of a future delinquent act and are considered: a. control factors b. risk factors c. protective factors d. delinquency repression
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The correct answer for the question is:
c. protective factors
These factors are considered protective because they help decrease the risk of future delinquent acts by providing positive influences and support.
Child abuse, poverty, intrafamilial violence, and harsh punishment increase the risk of occurrence of a future delinquent act and are considered: a. risk factors b. protective factors c. control factors d. delinquency repression
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The correct answer for the question regarding child abuse, poverty, intrafamilial violence, and harsh punishment is:
a. risk factors
These are considered risk factors because they increase the likelihood of future delinquent behavior.
Jessica is *, single, and a mother of a *-month-old baby girl. She has been provided weekly visits by a nurse who comes to her place of residence. The nurse gives advice to Jessica about the care of her child, infant development, and the importance of proper nutrition. What is not a long-term desirable effect of home visitation programs? a. Substantial financial benefits for government and taxpayers b. Girls incurred significantly fewer arrests and convictions c. Reduction in child abuse and neglect d. All are desired effects
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In the context of home visitation programs for young mothers, all the listed effects are generally considered desirable. Therefore, the correct answer would be:
d. All are desired effects
Home visitation programs aim to provide comprehensive support, leading to benefits for both the individuals involved and society at large.
What statement about public support for delinquency prevention is false? a. Public support for “get tough” policies is higher when compared to alternatives such as rehabilitation or treatment for juvenile offenders or early childhood or youth prevention programs. b. There is public support for “get tough” responses to juvenile delinquency, especially violent acts. c. Support for paying more in taxes for rehabilitation was higher than for longer sentences. d. The public overwhelmingly supported increased spending of tax dollars on youth prevention programs compared to building more prisons.
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The false statement about public support for delinquency prevention is likely:
a. Public support for “get tough” policies is higher when compared to alternatives such as rehabilitation or treatment for juvenile offenders or early childhood or youth prevention programs.
This statement contradicts typical findings that show higher support for prevention and rehabilitation.
The National Research Council and Institute of Medicine’s Panel on Juvenile Crime expressed alarm over an increasingly punitive juvenile justice system and recommended that the federal government should assist states: a. to develop community-based alternatives b. to develop residential intervention programs designed to reduce delinquency c. in focusing their efforts on the protection of the community d. by limiting monetary incentives for peer-run alternative courts
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It seems like you're providing a comprehensive overview of various aspects of juvenile justice and related programs. If you have a specific legal question or need further information about any of these topics, feel free to ask!
According to the text, what is the biggest issue with mentoring programs? a. When the relationship ends b. Why the mentee is there c. What the mentors actually do and how they do it d. How the mentor and mentee are matched
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The biggest issue with mentoring programs, according to the text, is:
c. What the mentors actually do and how they do it
Many experts believe that juvenile incarceration is overused and support removing as many youths from secure confinement as possible. This concept is called: a. alternative sanctions b. deinstitutionalization c. waivers d. decarceration
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The concept you're referring to is called b. deinstitutionalization. This approach emphasizes reducing the number of juveniles in secure confinement by exploring alternative methods such as community-based programs and interventions. If you have any other legal questions or need more information, feel free to ask!
A policy known as __________________ mandates that a noncriminal youth should not be put in a secure institution if a community-based program is available. a. least restrictive alternative b. coddling tendency c. funneling process d. ratcheting effect
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The policy you're referring to is "a. least restrictive alternative." This principle prioritizes placing noncriminal youth in community-based programs over secure institutions when such options are available. Let me know if you have any further questions!
_______________________ is a nonsecure residence that provides counseling, education, job training, and family living. The institutional quality of the environment is minimized. a. Rehabilitative habitat b. Foster home c. Group home d. Transitional program
The correct answer is:
c. Group home
A group home is a nonsecure residence that provides counseling, education, job training, and family living, while minimizing the institutional quality of the environment.
Jeremy was adjudicated delinquent and must adhere to a strict set of rules to avoid incarceration in a juvenile correctional facility. He wears an ankle bracelet that allows him to travel in the community and informs his probation officer of his location in real time. Within the context of the scenario, wearing an ankle bracelet can be considered a: a. secure alternative b. condition of probation c. suppression effort d. condition of aftercare
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In Jeremy's case, wearing an ankle bracelet is considered a "b. condition of probation." This is part of the rules he must follow to avoid incarceration. If you have any other questions about juvenile justice or related topics, feel free to ask!
Murray and Cox report there is a ___________________, a reduction in the number of arrests per year, following release from a secure treatment facility. a. resiliency effect b. suppression effect c. sensitizing effect d. brutalization effect
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In the context of Murray and Cox's report, the reduction in the number of arrests per year following release from a secure treatment facility is referred to as the "b. suppression effect." This term indicates a decrease in criminal behavior post-release. If you have more questions, feel free to ask!
Which of the following statements about balanced probation is false? a. Balanced probation is based on the principle that juvenile offenders must accept responsibility for their behavior. b. Balanced probation systems integrate community protection and individualized attention to the offender. c. Balanced probation programs are based on the view that juveniles are responsible for their actions and have an obligation to society. d. Balanced probation programs are based on the principle that juvenile offenders share responsibility for their actions with victims of crime
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The false statement about balanced probation is:
d. Balanced probation programs are based on the principle that juvenile offenders share responsibility for their actions with victims of crime.
Balanced probation typically focuses on the offender accepting responsibility, community protection, and individualized attention. If you have more questions, feel free to ask!
Programs that combine get-tough elements with education, substance abuse treatment, and social skills training are generally referred to as: a. milieu therapy b. wilderness probation c. boot camps d. house arrest
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Programs that combine get-tough elements with education, substance abuse treatment, and social skills training are generally referred to as:
c. boot camps
_____________________ encompasses a set of rules and conditions that must be met for the offender to remain in the community. a. Diversion b. Parole c. Probation d. Aftercare
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The correct answer for the question about the set of rules and conditions for an offender to remain in the community is "c. Probation." Probation involves supervision and adherence to specific conditions that allow the offender to stay in the community instead of being incarcerated.
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____________________ in the juvenile justice system is the equivalent of parole in the adult criminal justice system. a. Bail b. Probation c. Aftercare d. Detention
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The equivalent of parole in the juvenile justice system is "c. Aftercare." Aftercare involves supervision and support for juveniles released from a detention facility, similar to parole for adults.
Which is true about restitution? a. Restitution programs can be employed at various stages of the juvenile justice process. b. The use of restitution is decreasing. c. Requiring youths to reimburse the victims of their crimes is the most widely used method of restitution in the Europe. d. Restitution is cost prohibitive for most juvenile justice systems.
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The correct statement about restitution is:
a. Restitution programs can be employed at various stages of the juvenile justice process.
Restitution can be used to help offenders make amends to victims, and it is often integrated at different points during the justice process for juveniles.
Which of the following best describes the effectiveness of Juvenile Intensive Probation Supervision? a. The failure rates are very low. b. The failure rates are higher than with traditional probation. c. It costs more than secure incarceration. d. It is more effective than traditional probation at transitioning juveniles into adulthood.
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Juvenile Intensive Probation Supervision (JIPS) is often scrutinized for its effectiveness. The correct statement regarding its effectiveness is:
b. The failure rates are higher than with traditional probation.
This suggests that JIPS may not be as effective as traditional probation methods. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask!
_____________________ type of counseling requires an extensive analysis of the individual’s childhood experiences. a. Psychotherapy b. Reality therapy c. Behavior modification d. Electric shock therapy
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The type of counseling that requires an extensive analysis of an individual's childhood experiences is:
a. Psychotherapy
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n Roper v. Simmons, the U.S. Supreme Court put an end to: a. the practice of requiring bail from minors b. the practice of the death penalty for juveniles c. the practice of sentencing juveniles to life in prison without the possibility of parole d. none of the above
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In Roper v. Simmons, the U.S. Supreme Court ended the practice of the death penalty for juveniles (b). If you have any other questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask!
Johnny was found delinquent and was sentenced to a secure detention facility for 18 months. He was represented by a newly licensed juvenile public defender. Johnny’s parents are considering an appeal based on deficiencies in his defense. What issues might Johnny’s attorney have faced during his trial that impeded a good defense? a. Lack of resources for expert witnesses b. Ability to keep up with changing juvenile codes c. Inexperience and limited training d. All of these issues
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Johnny's attorney may have faced several issues that impeded a good defense, including:
- Lack of resources for expert witnesses
- Difficulty keeping up with changing juvenile codes
- Inexperience and limited training
These challenges can impact the quality of defense provided. Are Johnny's parents considering any specific steps for the appeal?
The primary goal of the guardian ad litem is to act: a. in the best interests of the juvenile court b. in the best interests of society c. in the best interests of the child d. all of the above
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The primary goal of a guardian ad litem is to act in the best interests of the child (c). If you have any further legal questions or need additional information, feel free to ask!
The ___________________ is the attorney responsible for bringing the state’s case against the accused juvenile. a. court-appointed special advocate b. defense attorney c. district attorney d. guardian ad litem
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The attorney responsible for bringing the state's case against the accused juvenile is the district attorney (c). If you have any more legal questions or need further information, feel free to ask!
Gerald is 16 years old and is on trial for a double homicide in a criminal court. In the state where he was charged, the prosecutor decides what court to file charges. What U.S. Supreme Court case ensures due process rights for juveniles, including the right to an attorney at a transfer hearing? a. In re Gault b. Roper v. Simmons c. Miller v. Alabama d. Breed v. Jones
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The U.S. Supreme Court case that ensures due process rights for juveniles, including the right to an attorney at a transfer hearing, is a. In re Gault.
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At the end of the adjudication hearing, most juvenile court statutes require the judge to make a factual finding on the legal issues and evidence. What is not one of the ways the case is resolved? a. The juvenile court judge makes a finding of fact that the juvenile is delinquent or in need of supervision. b. The juvenile court judge, upon adjudication, transfers the case to the adult system. c. The juvenile court judge makes a finding of fact that the child or juvenile is not delinquent or in need of supervision. d. The juvenile court judge dismisses the case because of insufficient or faulty evidence.
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In the context of juvenile court adjudication hearings, option b ("The juvenile court judge, upon adjudication, transfers the case to the adult system.") is not typically one of the ways a case is resolved. Would you like more information on any related topics?
In about * states, certain offenses are automatically excluded from juvenile court; this type of legislation is called: a. judicial waiver b. concurrent jurisdiction c. reverse waiver d. statutory exclusion
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The type of legislation you're referring to is called "d. statutory exclusion." This means certain offenses are automatically excluded from juvenile court and are handled in adult court. If you have any other questions or need further legal information, feel free to ask!
Once the agency makes a decision that judicial disposition is required, a(n) ____________ is filed. a. petition b. arrest warrant c. indictment d. waiver
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In this context, once an agency decides that judicial disposition is required, a "petition" (a) is typically filed. This is a formal document that initiates the legal proceedings in juvenile court. If you have any other questions or need more information, feel free to ask!
__________________ is addressed in the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution. a. Parole b. Due process c. Detention d. Bail
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The correct answer is b. Due process. The Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution address due process, which ensures fair treatment through the normal judicial system, especially as a citizen's entitlement. If you have more legal questions or need additional information, feel free to ask!
Alternatives to secure detention do not include: a. day care b. home detention c. comprehensive case management d. electronic monitoring
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In the context of juvenile justice, alternatives to secure detention typically involve measures that allow juveniles to remain in the community under supervision. The correct answer is:
a. day care
Day care is not generally considered a typical alternative to secure detention. If you have more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask!
Ben has been arrested for a violent purse snatching. While in custody, police cannot determine if Ben is the juvenile’s real name, the location of a parent or guardian, or other pertinent information. They have decided to hold him until formal charges are filed. In Schall v. Martin, the U.S. Supreme Court allows the practice of _____________, which grants the state the right to detain dangerous youth until their trial for the protection of the juvenile and community. a. preventive detention b. consent decree c. intake processing d. denial of bail
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The U.S. Supreme Court case Schall v. Martin allows for the practice of "a. preventive detention," which permits the state to detain dangerous youth until their trial for the protection of the juvenile and the community. If you need more information or have further questions, feel free to ask!