Explain the difference between child neglect and abuse.
What will be an ideal response?
Child neglect occurs when a parent or caretaker of a child does not provide the proper or necessary support, education, medical care, or other remedial care required by a given state’s law, including food, shelter, and clothing. Child abuse occurs when a child (youth under the age of 18 in most states) is maltreated by a parent, an immediate family member, or any person responsible for the child’s welfare.
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Teen courts
a) are very costly to operate. b) are used for older offenders. c) are usually involuntary. d) may promote resilience.
Under the U.S. Constitution a grand jury is not fundamental to liberty and justice
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Which of the following data collection sources can shed light on the “dark figure of crime?”
A. juvenile court data B. National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) C. Uniform Crime Reports (UCR) D. National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS)
What are the results of ingesting heroin?
a. Euphoria, restlessness, and excitement b. Hallucinations and drowsiness c. Hallucinations and euphoria d. Relief from fear and apprehension, elevation of the spirits