362-363 Questions
362-363 Questions
Random
Random
Your thoughts ?
100
In 2005 the U.S. Supreme Court held that the _____ and ______ amendments forbid the imposition of the death penalty on persons who were under the age of 18 when they committed their crime.
8th and 14th Amendments
100
The Juvenile Justice System is very similar to the criminal justice system. True or False.
True
100
What year was the "In re Gault" Case decided ?
1967
100
What year was the Breed v. Jones case decided ?
1975
100
Why should there be a Juvenile Court System?
To protect children. To rehabilitate them before they get older. Any other suggestions one might add..
200
Before this year, juvenile offenders recieved punishment comparable to that of adults. A. 1900 B. 1955 C. 1991 D. 1872
A. 1900
200
Do juvenile courts allow them to have bail ?
No
200
In dealing with "delinquency matters" what is the oldest age you can be tried as a juvenile in Georgia ?
16 when you turn 17 you will generally be tried as an adult.
200
What usually happens to a juveniles criminal record when they turn 18 ?
It gets sealed or expunged, so they are not haunted by thier juvenile offenses for the rest of thier lives.
200
Watch "Transparency of juvenile court cases" and tell me if you think that Juvenile information should be released to the public ? ex, (names, facts,)
your opinion
300
True or False : Juvenile Delinquent - A minor, as defined by law, who violates a criminal law.
True
300
Do juvenile courts have jury's ?
No
300
What is the 8th amendment ?
Prohibits Cruel and unusual punishment, excessive fines...
300
At age 16 this present day celebrity was charged with attempted murder for beating a vietnamese refugee with a metal hook which left him blind. He was sentenced to 2 years but only served 45 days. He was tried as a juvenile. Was also doing cocaine at age 13. Who is he ?
Marky Mark - Mark Wahlberg, shocking huh ?
300
Watch the "Jordan Brown Case" and decide if you think he should be tried as an adult or not ?
your opinion
400
In this decade, laws began to change enabling the relatively easy transfer of a youth from juvenile court to adult criminal court when a serious crime is charged. A.1985-1995 B.1960-1970 C.2000-2010 D. 2020-2030
B. 1960 - 1970
400
Do juveniles have the right to an attorney?
Yes
400
This celebrity was picked on a lot as a young child for having a lisp and a high pitched voice. He was arrested many times before age 13 because of fighting and stealing. He was introduced to boxing trainer Cus D’Amato by one of his juvenile detention center counselors and later went on to become the heavyweight champion, who is he ?
Mike Tyson !!!
400
In legal terms, what does double jeopardy mean ?
procedural defence that forbids a defendant from being tried again on the same (or similar) charges following a legitimate acquittal
400
Since the late 1970's critics of juvenile courts have sought to abolish the juvenile court system, arguing that it has failed in rehabilatating young people? Do you think this is true? Would you like to see the juvenile system abolished? Why or Why not ?
Your opinion
500
In a California Court these 2 dispostions are sometimes given to juveniles. 1.) Six months probation 2.) Relative home placement. Can you name another ?
Dismissal of the case Wardship and Probation Foster or Group home placement Private institution placement County facility/ program California Youth Authority
500
Preparation for a juvenile proceeding is basically the same as preparation for the criminal proceedings. True or False?
True
500
All states have set in place "Ages of Majority". Do you know what this is ? (Hint:Marry,join military)
When a person obtains full legal responsibility of himself/herself. Georgia is 18.
500
Why do you think juveniles are not allowed to have a jury trial ?
there is a duty to protect the confidentiality and privacy of juveniles coming before the court.
500
Watch my favorate movie clip from Shawshank Redemption just because it's awesome !!
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