Juvenile Justice System Quiz

What is the role of an intake officer during the Intake step in the Juvenile Justice System?

• To decide the child's punishment

• To determine whether the child should be temporarily detained

• To conduct a trial for the juvenile

• To provide legal representation to the child

What happens during the Adjudication step in the Juvenile Justice System?

• The intake officer decides whether to charge the child as an adult

• A formal document charging the child is created

• The judge hears witnesses and reviews evidence to decide on the case

• The child is released to their parents

Which of the following is a possible outcome of the Disposition step in the Juvenile Justice System?

• Arrest of the juvenile

• Initial appearance in court

• Probation or short-term sentence

• The juvenile is charged as an adult

What is the equivalent step to Adjudication in the Adult Justice System?

• Arrest

• Initial Appearance

• Trial

• Sentencing

Is there a right to a jury trial during the Adjudication step in the Juvenile Justice System?

• Yes, as in the adult trial

• No, there is no right to jury trial

• Yes, but only for serious offenses

• No, the parents decide the outcome

What is a delinquent act?

• An act committed by a juvenile that would not be a criminal offense if committed by an adult.

• An act committed by a juvenile that would be a criminal offense if committed by an adult.

• A minor offense that does not involve law enforcement.

• A serious crime committed by an adult.

Which of the following is an example of an unruly act?

• Murder

• Arson

• Running away

• Theft

What could be a consequence of a delinquent act if the act is serious enough?

• Releasing the child to the custody of the parent or legal guardian with no court supervision.

• The juvenile may be charged as an adult and can be subject to adult penalties.

• Committing the child to the Department of Juvenile Justice.

• Sending the juvenile to an outdoor program or boot camp.

What is NOT a consequence of an unruly act?

• Probation

• Incarceration for up to 60 days

• Detaining the juvenile at a Youth Detention Center (YDC) for up to 90 days.

• Permanent custody of Department of Juvenile Justice

What is the goal of juvenile justice according to the text?

• To ensure that a conviction follows a juvenile for life

• To administer justice and protect the juvenile's right to privacy

• To allow juveniles the same rights as adults

• To make juvenile convictions public