Juvenile Overview
A juvenile who has committed an act that would be a crime if committed by an adult
What is a Juvenile Delinquent
9.1
What percent of all arrests were juveniles in 2017
These officials can avoid arresting a juvenile by issuing verbal warnings or holding parental conferences to notify guardians of the juveniles actions.
Who are police or law enforcement officers?
This is another word for theft, a common crime committed by juveniles.
What is larceny
32
What percent of juvenile cases were from property crimes
This legal concept informs a person of their 5th and 6th amendment rights but also informs a person that their parent can be present.
What are the juvenile Miranda rights?
A juvenile who has committed an act which is an offense only because of their age.
Who is a Status Offender
53,000
What is the number of Juveniles held in detention facilities
includes selecting concepts and terminology that are age appropriate for the juvenile.
What are Strategies for Questioning Juvenile Offenders?
This court procedure is typically reserved for juveniles who have committed particularly violent crimes or are long term repeat offenders
What is Adjudication (trying) as an Adult.
2/3
What is the number of juveniles being detained who have one or more mental health conditions?
This interview tactic is designed to illicit more speaking from the interviewee in an attempt to get more information rather than yes/no answers.
What are open ended questions?
Considered a potential cause of juvenile crimes, this factor encompasses relationships with school, friends and other issues outside of ones own control.
What are external issues?
2 in 10 or 20%
What is the amount of juveniles in residential facilities who have attempted suicide?
Verbal Warnings, Parental Notifications, Referral to community services or alternative programs, Citations to appear in court, Arrest/Detention
What are possible consequences for Juvenile Crimes?