What is a status offense and how are delinquents with status offenses handled?

What will be an ideal response?


• Status offenses are acts that are criminal for juveniles but not adults. Many juveniles are arrested for status offenses such as running away and underage drinking.

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What office was created in 1326 to assist the shire reeve in controlling the county?

A. Sheriff B. Constable C. Bobbie D. Justice of the peace

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Ethnic groups ______.

a. are based on biology b. result in a variation of skin and other features c. are based on the skin color and features of a group of people d. have distinct cultures

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Droplet velocity is determined by the type of weapon producing the impact on the victim

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Fear of crime is generally lower in dilapidated neighborhoods

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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