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cj150_unit7assignment_1.docxUnit 7 Assignment: Comparative Analysis
Consider the following processes in the justice system.
Check the appropriate box to indicate whether the process is the same or different between the two systems.
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Check if this process is the same in both the juvenile justice system and the adult justice system. |
Check if this process is different in the juvenile justice system than it is in the adult justice system. |
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Plea bargaining |
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Appeals |
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Rehabilitation efforts |
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Diversion programs |
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Closed court proceedings |
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Confidentiality of records |
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Right against self-incrimination |
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Due process |
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“Trial” |
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Availability of Death Penalty as an authorized sentence |
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Sentencing Hearing |
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Goal of Sentencing |
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Select four (4) of the processes identified above and clearly compare and contrast their treatments in the juvenile and adult courts. Use your answers above as a guide. (No more than a paragraph for each comparison).
Do you feel there are enough significant differences between the two systems to justify having a separate juvenile system? Justify your rationale.
