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Brief, focused, and up-to-date, this must-have text by Stephen Cox, Jennifer Allen, and Robert Hanser takes students on a journey through the juvenile justice system by covering topics such as the history of the juvenile justice system, crime measurements, theories of crime causation, the juvenile justice process, community-based sanctions, treatment and rehabilitation, gangs, and international youth crime. Featuring new examples and new illustrations, Juvenile Justice: A Guide to Theory, Policy, and Practice, Eighth Edition helps readers develop a comprehensive understanding of the interrelationships among theory, policy, and the practical world of juvenile justice today.
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This textbook on juvenile justice in the US covers its history, the definition and measurement of offenses, the characteristics of juvenile offenders, theories of causation, child abuse and neglect, juvenile courts and individuals involved in proceedings, procedural requirements, the role of the police, prevention and diversion programs, violent juveniles and gangs, and international perspectives (new to this edition). This edition also has new examples and illustrations; coverage of current concerns and trends, bullying, day reporting centers, specialty courts, and restorative justice programs; expanded discussion of theory and gangs; discussion of recent codes from different states; and expanded information on school shootings, accountability courts, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Annotation ©2014 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
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