CJ 127 - Juvenile Justice System

Institution:

Southern Maine Community College

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Description:

An examination of the impact of family, school, community and abuse on the conduct of juveniles will be developed. Past and current theoretical approaches to delinquency will be discussed. General topics of: gangs; delinquency and violence in schools; the Juvenile Court system; behavior modification programs; federal funding; law enforcement's role; as well as juvenile corrections and probation will be studied. The Maine Juvenile Code will be examined. Prerequisites: CJ 111, CJ 121

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smccME.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 741-5500

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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