The court may appoint a ______ for a juvenile if the juvenile has no parents or guardian appearing on his or her behalf or if the parents’ or guardian’s interests conflict with those of the juvenile.

A. lawyer
B. guardian ad litem
C. foster parent
D. juvenile service officer


B. guardian ad litem

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What will be an ideal response?

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Children who feel _____ and refuse to discuss important issues with them are more likely to engage in deviant activities

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following is not one of the significant life-changing events that reduces criminality, according to Laub and Sampson?

a. Buying a car b. Joining the military c. Getting married d. Getting a job

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Exigent circumstances constitute an exception to the warrant requirement

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

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