In 2013, girls made up approximately ______ of the delinquency cases handled by the juvenile courts.

A. one-fourth
B. one-third
C. one-half
D. three-fourths


A. one-fourth

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a. True b. False

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A suspected juvenile offender released with a warning by a police officer at the stationhouse is an example of a:

a. nominal disposition. b. diversion. c. preliminary diversion. d. restoration.

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Under the U.S. Constitution, a probationer is entitled to a court-appointed attorney during revocation proceedings.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The ______ stage of probation revocation proceedings provides the offender an opportunity to refute the evidence provided.

a. preliminary hearing b. arraignment c. sentencing d. hearing

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