What is meant by early-onset offending, and what may be some causes of chronicity?

What will be an ideal response?


Early onset deals with the idea that the earlier an individual begins committing criminal behavior, such as age five or six, the more likely it is that the individual will continue delinquent and criminal ways as he or she ages. There are numerous causes for later criminal activity; including poor school performance and attendance, delinquent peer association, victimization as a child either through neglect or abuse, as well as many others.

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following decisions is the exclusive domain of the prosecutor?

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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