Wk 1 Individual - Juvenile Justice Paper

Assignment Content

1. Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper summarizing the key parameters of the juvenile justice system in the United States.
   
   
   Address the following:
   
   • The historical development of the juvenile justice system. Use case law or legislation to strengthen your discussion. Select a local law or statute in your area and analyze its use.
   • The origin and predominant philosophy of the juvenile system
   • Key differences between the juvenile and adult systems
   • Distinguish between dependency and delinquency
   • The reasoning behind and the importance of confidentiality in juvenile court 
   • Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.
     
     
     Submit your assignment.