The ____________________ makes the decision about whether to file charges for particular crimes and offenders
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prosecutor
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The distinction between the adult criminal court and the juvenile court has become less clear as the latter moves away from parens patriae and toward a justice model
a. True b. False
The Society for the Reformation of Juvenile Delinquents was founded in the 182Os. This society was comprised primarily of wealthy businessmen and professional people
They convinced one legislature to pass a bill in 1824 establishing the first correctional institution for young offenders in the United States. What was this first house of refuge called? a. The New Jersey House of Refuge. b. The New York House of Refuge. c. The Massachusetts House of Refuge. d. The New Hampshire House of Refuge.
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Violence in the home rarely leads to child maltreatment and neglect. 2. Family violence is also called domestic and/or intimate partner violence. 3. Children exposed to violence may be more likely to experience dating violence, additional victimizations, and involvement in the welfare and juvenile justice systems. 4. Child abuse occurs among only certain social classes, genders, and racial and ethnic groups. 5. Parents who experience loneliness, lack social support, and are socially isolated may be more prone to neglecting their children than families who have a strong network of social supports.
The function of the police that includes providing first aid and helping people is known as the _________ function
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