The first step in decision making regarding a juvenile whose behavior or alleged behavior is in violation of the law or could otherwise cause a juvenile court to assume jurisdiction.

What will be an ideal response?


Intake

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_________ refers to a type of juvenile court case that addresses children who do not have parents or guardians available to provide proper care

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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One of the major risks related to a "ruse" is that the suspect will catch on to the pretense

a. True b. False

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Match the perspective with its key principles

1. Each group within society has different definitions of right and wrong a. Consensus perspective 2. Law violators are a unique subgroup with distinguishing features b. Pluralist perspective 3. Most members of a society believe in the existence of core values c. Conflict perspective 4. Those in power want to maintain their power against those who would usurp it 5. There is a generalized agreement on the usefulness of formalized laws as a mechanism for dispute resolution 6. The law serves everyone equally 7. Society is made up of diverse social groups 8. The legal system is value neutral

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The term "breach of peace" includes not only violent acts, but acts and words likely to produce violence in others

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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