WEEK 1 DISCUSSION due by midnight louisiana time.

btwn 500-700 words with references

 Describe the basis and philosophy of the juvenile justice system 

 Compare the roles of the juvenile and adult courts. 

 Assess the effect of national initiatives, case law, and legislation on state juvenile justice systems. 

 Describe and explain history of Parens Patriae:Parent of the country.

 Describe the history and development of the juvenile court system.   

Do you think it is fair that juvenile inmates or offenders are treated differently than adult inmates or offenders? Were Jane Addams’ beliefs correct? Why or why not?

Should juvenile offenders ever be tried as adults?

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