How did the term superpredator develop, and what does it mean for the future of juvenile violent crime?
What will be an ideal response?
• The term superpredator was coined in the early 1990s as a warning of a coming generation of youths who practiced almost indiscriminate violence on the streets. Fears of superpredators were among the factors leading to an adultification of the juvenile justice system, as well as trying more juveniles in adult court.
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A. schools. B. hotels. C. grocery stores. D. restaurants.
The collapse of this country raised fears of nuclear weapons ending up in the hands of terrorists?
a. Cuba b. Soviet Union c. Iraq d. Afghanistan
Based on the decision in McNabb v. U.S., the standard maximum time by which a first appearance should be held has been set at ________ hours after arrest
A) 72 B) 12 C) 48 D) 24
Which of the following is not one of the three features that strongly support the heavy use of rehabilitative philosophy in Germany?
a. Unique environmental conditions b. Extensive work and training opportunities c. Community integration programs d. Isolation and meditation programs