A status offense is a(n)

a. act that would be criminal if committed by an adult.
b. act that would not be punishable if committed by an adult.
c. act related to drugs/alcohol only.
d. criminal act involving sexually deviant behavior.


b

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The average length of time nationally that juveniles will spend incarcerated for committing crimes like murder, rape, aggravated assault, and robbery is:

A) 10 years. B) 1 year. C) 20 years. D) 2 years.

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The Midtown Community Court in Midtown Manhattan was established in:

A. 1990 B. 1992 C. 1993 D. 1995

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This type of analysis can help public officials plan and select an alternative action:

a. evaluation analysis b. evidence-based analysis c. policy analysis d. problem analysis

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What is the operational cost difference between public and private prisons?

a. 12-15% b. 6-10% c. 25-28% d. 2-4%

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