Unit 8 Review- Juvenile Justice System

What is the age range of individuals considered to be juveniles in the context of juvenile courts?

• Under 16 years old

• At least 6 years old and not yet 16

• Under 18 years old

• At least 6 years old and under 18

What is the primary goal of most delinquency cases in juvenile courts?

• To ensure a jury trial

• To focus on punishment

• To focus on rehabilitation

• To provide a public trial

What type of cases are typically outside the jurisdiction of juvenile courts?

• Adoption and custody disputes

• Violations of curfew ordinances

• Adult criminal trials

• Offenses like truancy (excessive absenteeism from school)

Which statement is true regarding trials for juveniles?

• Juveniles are entitled to a jury trial like adults.

• Juvenile cases are open to the public.

• Juveniles are not entitled to a jury trial; the judge decides.

• There are no differences between juvenile and adult trials.

Which of the following is NOT listed as a cause of juvenile crime?

• Poor home conditions

• Peer pressure

• Economic prosperity

• Gang membership

Which of the following is a possible sentence for juveniles as part of their rehabilitation?

• Stern lecture before heading home

• Military service

• Adult prison

• Capital punishment

In neglect cases, what can happen to juveniles?

• They can be sent to adult jails

• They can become wards of the court

• They are immediately emancipated

• They are sent to international courts

During which period were delinquents and runaways treated like adult criminal offenders in American history?

• Early 1800s

• Mid 1800s

• Late 1800s - early 1900s

• 1960s

What was the main goal of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act (JJDPA) of 1974?

• To increase the number of juvenile courts

• To keep juveniles out of adult jails

• To introduce legal representation for juveniles

• To establish juvenile work programs

According to the SCOTUS cases like In re Gault and NJ v TLO, which of the following rights are juveniles NOT guaranteed?

• Right to counsel

• Right to a jury

• Right to remain silent

• Right to notice of charges