CJS/245
Juvenile Justice Systems and Processes

Course level: Undergraduate

Christine O.

BSA

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Format

Online

Course length

5 weeks

Total credits

3 credits

Note

Take this course as part of a degree or certificate program.

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Format details

Online classes, always on, 24/7/365

Go to class any time of the day or night. If you have questions, call 866-354-1800 to speak with an Enrollment Representative.

This course is a general introduction to the field of juvenile justice, including an overview of the juvenile justice system and the differences between dependency and delinquency. Students address current problems facing juveniles, and compare adult and juvenile justice systems. Special attention is given to the problems inherent in the police handling of juveniles, the function of juvenile courts, sentencing, and future juvenile justice system issues.

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