Historically, how were juvenile offenders treated?
A. Young offenders were tried by juvenile courts and were subjected to much harsher punishments than adults.
B. Young offenders were tried by juvenile courts and were subjected to more lenient punishments than adults.
C. Young offenders were tried by the same courts that tried adults and were subjected to the same sanctions as adults.
D. Young offenders were tried by the same courts that tried adults and were subjected to less harsh punishments than adults.
Answer: C
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