Until the mid-1960s, juvenile dispositions were rendered at will by juvenile courts under the doctrine of:

A) habeas corpus. B) nolle prosequi. C) in loco parentis. D) mens rea.


C

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A felony is punishable by one or more years in a state or federal prison

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Once assets are identified, measures must be taken to ensure their:

a. safety. b. secured. c. classified. d. defended.

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Research on health consequences has found that exposure to solitary confinement

A) leads to such conditions as severe headaches, hallucinations, and impulsive actions. B) results in several minor but no major health problems. C) has no negative health consequences. D) improves inmate physical and mental health due to the calming effect of being away from the boisterous and dangerous inmate population.

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The juvenile justice system continues to experience reforms granting juveniles greater due process rights

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