Juvenile Justice : A Guide to Theory, Policy, and Practice

by Steven M. Cox

• ISBN13: 9781412951333
• ISBN10: 141295133X
• Edition: 6th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-08-29
• Publisher: SAGE PUBLICATIONS

Summary

Now published by SAGE! Briefer than most juvenile justice books, this book accessibly explores the interrelationships among theory, policy, and practice to provide a comprehensive understanding of both the historical foundations and the practical world of juvenile justice. The Sixth Edition, is updated throughout covering topics such as the history of juvenile justice, legal considerations in juvenile justice, theory and policy in juvenile justice, and current realities in the practice of juvenile justice. The book's unique blend of theory, policy, and practice, coupled with a straightforward writing style and comprehensive ancillary package makes it a must-have for students and practitioners alike. New to the Sixth Edition: Offers a companion student study site: A complete study site provides various exercises and resources including Internet access to juvenile justice statutes from each state. Provides new examples and illustrations: This new edition includes up-to-date coverage of recent and important changes in the law. Presents expanded coverage of theory: A thorough examination of the historical foundations and the practical world helps students compare the intent of the juvenile justice system with what actually happens in practice. Identifies contemporary careers in juvenile justice: Highlighted career boxes illustrate potential careers in juvenile justice and offer information on the educational and practical skills necessary to work with various types of youth. Accompanied by High Quality Ancillaries! A full ancillary package comes with this text and includes: An Instructo's CD-ROM A Web-based Student Study Site at www.sagepub.com//juvenilejustice6study featuring: State-specific juvenile justice statutes, contemporary juvenile justice resources, examples, exercises, and more! Intended Audience. This text is designed for undergraduate courses such as to Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Crime and Violence, and Juvenile Delinquency in the departments of criminal justice, criminology, and sociology. It is also an excellent resource for students preparing for a career in juvenile justice, practitioners in the juvenile justice field, and those whose professional careers bring them into frequent contact with juvenile justice practitioners.

Table of Contents

Preface

Juvenile Justice in Historical Perspective

Juvenile Justice Historically

Continuing Dilemmas in Juvenile Justice

Summary

Critical Thinking Questions

Selected Readings

Defining and Measuring Offenses By and Against Juveniles

Legal Definitions

Behavioral Definitions

Official Statistics: Sources and Problems

Unofficial Sources of Data

Summary

Critical Thinking Exercises

Suggested Readings

Characteristics of Juvenile Offenders

Social Factors

Physical Factors

Summary

Critical Thinking Exercises

Suggested Readings

Theories of Causation

Scientific Theory

Some Early Theories

Biological Theories

Psychological Theories

Sociological Theories

Conflict and Radical/Critical/Marxist Theories

Integrated Theories

Summary

Critical Thinking Exercises

Suggested Readings

Purpose and Scope of Juvenile Court Acts

Purpose

Scope

Summary

Critical Thinking Exercises

Suggested Readings

Juvenile Justice Procedures

Rights of Juveniles

Bail

Taking Into Custody

Interrogation

The Detention Hearing

Detention/Shelter Care

The Preliminary Conference

The Petition

Notification

The Adjudicatory Hearing

The Social Background Investigation

The Dispostional Hearing

Appeals

Summary

Critical Thinking Questions

Suggested Readings

Juveniles and the Police

Police Discretion in Encounters with Juveniles

Unofficial Procedures

Official Procedures

Training and Competence of Juvenile Officers

Police/School Consultant and Liaison Programs

Community-Oriented Policing and Juveniles

Police and Juvenile Court

Summary

Critical Thinking Exercises

Suggested Readings

Key Figures in Juvenile Court Proceedings

The Prosecutor

Defense Counsel

The Relationship Between the Prosecutor and the Defense Counsel - Adversary or Cooperative

The Juvenile Court Judge

The Juvenile Court Probation Officer

Children and Family Services Personnel

Court-Appointed Special Advocates

Training and Competence of Juvenile Court Personnel

Summary

Critical Thinking Exercises

Suggested Readings

Prevention and Diversion Programs

Prevention

Diversion Programs

Some Examples of Prevention and Diversion Programs

Some Criticisms

Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Programs

Summary

Critical Thinking Exercises

Suggested Readings

Dispositional Alternatives

Probation

Foster Homes

Treatment Centers

Juvenile Corrections

The Dilemmas of Juvenile Corrections

Capital Punishment and Youthful Offenders

Some Possible Solutions

Summary

Critical Thinking Exercises

Suggested Readings

Child Abuse and Neglect

Physical Abuse

Child Neglect

Emotional Abuse of Children

Sexual Abuse of Children

Intervention

Summary

Critical Thinking Exercises

Suggested Readings

Violent Youths and Gangs

Violent Youths

Firearms and Juvenile Violence

Gangs

Response of Justice Network to Gangs

Public, Legislative, and Judicial Reaction

Alternatives to Incarceration for Violent Juveniles

Summary

Critical Thinking Exercises

Suggested Readings

The Future of Juvenile Justice

Suggested Readings

Appendix

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