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Examine societal explanations for and treatment of juvenile delinquents, including the role of various social institutions.
Subject Matter Experts:
Michael P. Brown, Ph.D.
Lesson 1
Children in Society
- Parens Patriae
- Adverse Social, School, & Family Conditions
Lesson 2
Social Institutions
- Family
- School
- Peer Groups
- Community
- Protective Factors
Lesson 3
Delinquency Theories
- Theory
- Differential Association
- Routine Activities
- Social Control
Lesson 4
Policing
- Police Roles
- Legal Constraints
- Police Discretion
- Decisions
Lesson 5
Key Actors
- Prosecutor
- Judge
- Defense Attorney
Lesson 6
Pretrial Court Procedures
- Detention Hearing
- Initial Hearing
- Waiver Hearing
Lesson 7
Adjudication
- Juvenile Justice Process
- Due Process Rights
- Legal & Ethical Restraints
Lesson 8
Disposition Decision
- Child’s Best Interest v. Societal Protection
- State Laws & Customs
- Community Resources
Lesson 9
Corrections
- Best Practices in Juvenile Corrections
- Institutional Programs
- Community Programs