SOC 231 - Introduction to Juvenile Delinquency

Institution:

Leeward Community College

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Description:

This course examines the nature, trends, remedies, and explanations for juvenile delinquency. The student is introduced to basic terminology relating to juvenile delinquency and the juvenile justice system. The course focuses on trends in juvenile delinquency in U.S. society, the consequences of juvenile delinquency, basic ideas underlying explanations for juvenile delinquency, current treatment programs that have been proposed as responses to delinquency, and the philosophy and features of the juvenile justice system in Hawai'i and the nation. (DS) Prerequisite: At least one Social Science course at 100-level or higher with a grade of C or better. Rec Preparation: SOC 100 or equivalent.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.leeward.hawaii.edu

Phone Number:

(808) 455-0011

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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