Juvenile Justice System Quiz AKS47B&C

Which of the following is a basic right guaranteed to juveniles in the juvenile justice system?

• The right to vote

• The right to an attorney

• The right to serve on a jury

• The right to run for public office

What is the first step when a juvenile is taken into custody?

• Disposition hearing

• Detention hearing

• Intake or booking

• Adjudication

Which term describes the hearing where a judge decides if a juvenile should be held in detention or released?

• Adjudication hearing

• Detention hearing

• Disposition hearing

• Sentencing hearing

What is the main purpose of the adjudication process in the juvenile justice system?

• To determine guilt or innocence

• To assign a lawyer

• To set bail

• To release the juvenile

Which of the following is a possible disposition option for juveniles found delinquent?

• Life imprisonment without parole

• Probation

• Death penalty

• Deportation

Which right is specifically provided to juveniles during the detention hearing?

• The right to a speedy trial

• The right to have parents or guardians present

• The right to vote

• The right to bail

Arrange the following steps in the correct order for the juvenile justice process: Intake, Detention Hearing, Adjudication, Disposition.

• Intake, Adjudication, Detention Hearing, Disposition

• Intake, Detention Hearing, Adjudication, Disposition

• Detention Hearing, Intake, Adjudication, Disposition

• Intake, Disposition, Detention Hearing, Adjudication

If a juvenile is found not delinquent during the adjudication process, what is the likely outcome?

• The juvenile is placed on probation

• The juvenile is released from the system

• The juvenile is sent to adult court

• The juvenile is given community service

Which of the following best explains the difference between rehabilitation and punishment in the juvenile justice system?

• Rehabilitation focuses on helping juveniles change, while punishment focuses on making them serve time for their actions.

• Rehabilitation is only for adults, punishment is only for juveniles.

• Rehabilitation is a type of punishment.

• Punishment is always more effective than rehabilitation.

Why might a judge choose probation as a disposition for a juvenile instead of detention?

• Probation is always less expensive

• The juvenile poses no threat to the community and can benefit from supervision at home

• Detention is illegal for juveniles

• Probation is a form of punishment