Discuss the current weaknesses in juvenile justice system

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Assignment: Juvenile Delinquency and Justice

Part I: Juvenile Delinquency

Answer the following questions using well-developed sentences or short paragraphs, using your own words. The assignment requires at least 3 credible sources cited in Strayer Writing Standards (SWS) format.

A. Compare the juvenile justice system to the adult justice system, highlighting at least 3 key differences and 3 similarities.

B. Explore 3 alternative approaches to juvenile detention centers, considering their effectiveness and potential benefits.

C. Examine the dynamics of teen involvement in gangs, considering the factors that attract individuals, potential incentives for joining, and whether it's possible to disaffiliate from a gang.

Note: Utilize external resources, such as the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, to research current gang prevention and intervention strategies.

D. Discuss the current weaknesses in the juvenile justice system and the strategies you would employ as a future leader to transform these weaknesses into strengths.

Part II: Juvenile Court Intake and Assessment

As Alex's juvenile probation officer, your responsibility is to complete the QSR Intake Form, which is a tool used to assess and document information about a child's background, situation, and needs to guide their rehabilitation process. Please complete the following QSR form using information from the two scenarios about Alex: Delinquency Theories and Meeting Alex and Alex Davis, Continued.

General Information

Child's first and last name
Child's age
JPO's first and last name
Child's current living situation
Known family issues present
Child's diagnosis or disability

Case Review Summary

Desirable outcome for the child
Child's school placement and grade level
Current school status
Suggestions and recommendations

Intake Summary

Brief description of the offense Click or tap here to enter text.

Was there a weapon involved? If yes, specify- Yes ? No ?

Witness statement- "I was working the front doors at GameStop when I saw a group of young guys, including Alex Davis, trying to steal video games. His friends took off and left the stolen stuff behind, but I caught Alex, who had some of the stolen games on him. I called the cops right away and helped sort things out." - GameStop security guard, Chris Anderson.

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