SOC 103 - Juvenile Delinquency

Institution:

Clinton Community College

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Description:

Prerequisite: Completion of ENG 094 or placement in ENG 101. This course explores the problems of juvenile delinquency and the juvenile justice system in American society. Concepts of delinquency causation and control are discussed in both historical and modern perspectives. The interrelationship of delinquency and family, school, religion and society in general are explored. The roles of the juvenile court personnel, including the prosecutor, defense counsel, the judge and the juvenile probation officer are evaluated as are the concepts of community-based and institutional corrections. Special delinquency problems such as gangs, substance abuse and juveniles in adult courts are explored.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.clinton.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 562-4200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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