Strain theory holds that crime is a function of
a. unequal distribution of wealth
b. loss of informal institutions of social control.
c. conflict between people's goals and means.
d. available methods of achievement.
c
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Jurisdiction may be waived by the defendant
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_________________ can be used when you are referring only to the same source you last cited.
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Which of the following was true of juvenile justice immediately prior to the Gault decision?
A. Adults and juveniles were treated differently in the court system. B. Due process rights were a major consideration in proceedings. C. Juveniles were treated well by the juvenile justice system. D. The social welfare approach was seen as doing little to affect juvenile crime.