Description
This course explores the nature and extent of juvenile delinquency in the United States. An emphasis will be placed on the biological, sociological, and psychological factors contributing to the phenomenon of juvenile delinquency. Examines the history, philosophy, and development of the American juvenile and family court system with an emphasis on the rights of juveniles, dispositional alternatives, and current trends.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Differentiate between the individual causes of delinquency (free-will/rational choice, biological and psychological positivism)
- Distinguish between the various sociological explanations of delinquency
- Recognize the juvenile justice process including the roles of the juvenile court, community based corrections, and institutions for juveniles
Semester
Spring