Theories
This theory states that juveniles engage in delinquent criminal behavior after weighing the consequences and benefits of their actions
What is Choice Theory?
In 1899 the first juvenile court was established in this city
What is Chicago?
This is generally thought to be the most dangerous gang acting in the United States
What is MS-13?
The participation by a minor child, usually between the ages of 10 and 17, in illegal activities
What is juvenile delinquency?
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What is 1837
This theory states that juveniles engage in delinquent criminal behavior due to aberrant physical or psychological traits that govern choices
What is Trait Theory?
In the juvenile court system a transfer refers to this
What is moving the case to adult court?
This is the major federal law used for dealing with gangs
What is RICO?
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What is action v inaction?
This city is home to the headquarters of the United Nations
What is New York City?
This theory states that crime is a normal function of the activities of modern living; offenses can be expected if there is a motivated offender and an unprotected victim
What is Routine Activities Theory?
In the juvenile court process diversion refers to this
What are informal processes outside of the courts?
Gangs with informal structures and leadership are know as these
What are emergent gangs?
This profession acted as early juvenile justice officers
What is social work?
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What is Squid Games?
This theory states that the community is unable to exert social control over individuals and as a result youths, in particular, feel free to engage in illegal behavior
What is Social Disorganization Theory?
In 1967 the Gault case gave this right to juveniles
What is due process?
This is the age range for gang membership (within 2 years either way)
What is 10-24?
The use of personal decision making and choice in carrying out the law in the juvenile justice system
What is discretion?
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What is eight?
This theory stresses the idea that people change
What is Life Course Theory?
After a juvenile is arrested the law requires that a detention hearing be held within this timeframe
What is 24 hours?
This theory is used the most to explain gangs
What is social disorganization theory?
This means "in the place of the parents"
What is parens patriae?
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Who is Kareem Abdul-Jabbar? (6)