Juvenile Corrections Basics
What age group does juvenile Corrections focus on?
Youth under the age of 18
What does the parents patriae mean?
The state can act as a parent
What is the first step in the juvenile justice process
Intake
What type of facility is used for short-term confinement
Juvenile detention center
GEO Program Manager
Adriana
Rehabilitation rather than punishment
What is probation?
Being released but under rules and supervision
What is detention used for
Short-term holding before court
What kind of facility focuses on long-term treatment
Training schools
Concepcion
What is the term used instead of "criminal" for juveniles
Delinquent
What is emphasized more in juvenile Corrections: punishment or treatment?
A hearing to determine responsibility
What type of program allows youth to stay in the community
Community-based programs
Probation Program Specialist
Contreras
How is juvenile Corrections different from adult corrections
It focuses more on treatment, education, and rehabilitation
Why does the juvenile system use different terms compared to the adult system
To make it sound less harsh
What is disposition in juvenile corrections
The decision about placement or treatment
Name two services commonly offered in juvenile facilities
Education and counsling
In Group leader, how many Phase are there ?
4
Why does the juvenile system believe youth should be treated differently than adults
Because youth are still developing and can change their behaviour
How does the philosophy of juvenile Corrections support public safety?
By helping youth change behavior and reduce reoffending
What is the purpose of aftercare
To support and supervise youth after release
Why are community based programs important
They help youth reintegrate and avoid future offenses
Who is the Deputy Chief Probation
Rodriguez