What is a Status Offense?

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An act or conduct that is declared by statute to be an offense, but only when committed by or engaged in by a juvenile, and that can be adjudicated only by a juvenile court.

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Conduct disorder and antisocial behavior are both characterized by ________ misbehavior

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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People with disabilities are most likely to be victimized by:

A. personal caretaker. B. institutional caretaker. C. acquaintance. D. stranger.

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A dual system of state and federal court systems exists today

a. True b. False

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There is differential treatment based on race, but not sex

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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