Juvenile Offenses: Types, Consequences, and Legal Implications

Question 1

Which characteristic is NOT applicable to status offenses?

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Can lead to detention in a juvenile facility

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Exclusively committed by minors

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Not considered criminal acts

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Typically involve behaviors deemed inappropriate for children

Question 2

A juvenile who commits a grave felony, such as murder or robbery, will likely be charged with:

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A delinquent act

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A status offense

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A misdemeanor

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A traffic violation

Question 3

What is the primary focus of the juvenile justice system when dealing with status offenses?

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Provision of services and support

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Punishment of juveniles

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Rehabilitation of juveniles

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Deterrence of future offenses

Question 4

How are misdemeanors and felonies distinguished in the context of juvenile offenses?

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Felonies are more serious than misdemeanors

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Misdemeanors are more serious than felonies

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There is no distinction between misdemeanors and felonies for juveniles

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Misdemeanors are only committed by adults

Question 5

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of the juvenile justice system?

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Juveniles should be given a second chance

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Juveniles should be treated the same as adults

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Juveniles are not responsible for their actions

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Juveniles should be punished as harshly as possible

Question 6

What is the primary responsibility of a juvenile probation officer?

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To supervise juveniles on probation

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To represent juveniles in court

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To investigate juvenile crimes

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To provide counseling to juveniles

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT considered a status offense?

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Murder

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Truancy

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Underage possession of alcohol

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Running away from home

Question 8

What is the primary objective of the juvenile justice system?

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Rehabilitation

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Retribution

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Deterrence

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Incapacitation

Question 9

What is the legal definition of a delinquent act?

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An offense committed by a juvenile that constitutes a crime if committed by an adult

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An offense exclusively committed by minors

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An offense deemed a minor infraction

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An offense committed with malicious intent

Question 10

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of a status offense?

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It is an offense that is only committed by juveniles.

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It can result in the juvenile being held in a secure detention facility

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It is an offense that is more severe than a misdemeanor.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a juvenile offense?

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Subject to the same penalties as adult offenses

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Committed by a minor

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Generally less severe than adult offenses

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Can lead to detention or placement in a juvenile facility

Question 12

What is the term for offenses that are illegal only for minors to commit?

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Status offenses

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Delinquent acts

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Misdemeanors

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Infractions

Question 13

What is the primary goal of the juvenile justice system?

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Rehabilitation

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Retribution

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Deterrence

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Incapacitation

Question 14

What is the legal principle stating that the state has a responsibility to act as a parent for its citizens?

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Parens patriae

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In loco parentis

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Mens rea

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Actus reus

Question 15

In juvenile justice, which of these is considered a status offense?

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Truancy

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Murder

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Vandalism

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Driving under the influence of alcohol

Question 16

Which of the following actions would generally be classified as a status offense for a 16-year-old in most jurisdictions?

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Unexcused absence from school (Truancy)

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Possession of alcohol by a minor

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Theft of personal property

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Homicide

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of a juvenile offense?

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Automatically considered a felony, regardless of the severity

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Committed by a person under the age of 18

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May result in detention or commitment to a juvenile facility

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Adjudicated in a juvenile court system

Question 18

What is the primary goal of the juvenile justice system in the United States?

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Rehabilitation and restoration

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Retribution and punishment

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Deterrence and incapacitation

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Community protection and safety

Question 19

Which of these offenses is considered a status offense?

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Truancy

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Shoplifting

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Assault

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Drug possession

Question 20

What is the key difference between a delinquent act and a non-delinquent act?

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Delinquent acts would be considered crimes if committed by adults.

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Delinquent acts are more serious than non-delinquent acts.

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Non-delinquent acts can only be committed by juveniles.

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Non-delinquent acts have no potential consequences.

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT recognized as a factor that can contribute to juvenile delinquency?

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Effective parenting

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Poverty

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Family issues

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Peer influence

Question 22

In a juvenile court, the purpose of a dispositional hearing is to:

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Decide the appropriate consequences for the juvenile

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Determine if the juvenile committed the alleged act

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Give the juvenile a chance to present their case

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Review the juvenile's progress on probation

Question 23

Which principle is central to the parens patriae doctrine?

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The juvenile's well-being should be the primary consideration.

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The juvenile court has absolute authority over the juvenile.

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Juveniles should be treated as adults in all legal proceedings.

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Juveniles are entitled to a trial by jury.

Question 24

Which of the following actions is deemed a status offense?

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Underage drinking or possession of alcohol

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Robbery

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Murder

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Possession of illicit substances

Question 25

What is the primary goal of the juvenile justice system?

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Rehabilitation and treatment

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Punishment and imprisonment

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Deterrence and prevention

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Public safety and protection

Question 26

Which type of juvenile offense involves violating a law that is only applicable to minors?

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Status offense

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Delinquent act

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Victimless crime

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Inchoate offense

Question 27

In most US states, what is the legal age of adulthood?

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18

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16

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21

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25

Question 28

What is the purpose of a juvenile delinquency petition?

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To initiate formal court proceedings against a juvenile

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To offer counseling and support to the juvenile

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To determine if the juvenile committed the alleged offense

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To sentence the juvenile if found guilty

Question 29

What is the primary distinction between juvenile offenses and adult crimes?

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Juvenile offenses are adjudicated in distinct courts from adult crimes.

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Juvenile offenses are inherently less severe than adult crimes.

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Juvenile offenses carry no legal repercussions.

Question 30

Which of the following is an example of a delinquent act?

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Assault

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Curfew violation

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Underage drinking

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Truancy

Question 31

What is the primary objective of the juvenile justice system?

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Rehabilitation

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Punishment

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Deterrence

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Incapacitation

Question 32

What is the typical age range for juvenile offenders in the United States?

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12-18 years

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10-17 years

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14-21 years

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16-23 years

Question 33

What is the purpose of a juvenile detention hearing?

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To determine if there is probable cause to hold the juvenile

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To appoint an attorney for the juvenile

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To set bail for the juvenile

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To adjudicate the case

Question 34

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees juveniles the right to counsel?

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Sixth Amendment

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First Amendment

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Fifth Amendment

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Eighth Amendment

Question 35

How can a juvenile offense impact a young person's future?

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Juvenile offenses can lead to school problems, making it harder to succeed.

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Juvenile offenses can lead to social stigma and make it harder to connect with others.

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Juvenile offenses have no lasting effects.

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Juvenile offenses have no impact on getting a job.

Question 36

Which of the following behaviors is considered a status offense for minors?

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Truancy

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Assault

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Burglary

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Arson

Question 37

What is the primary purpose of the juvenile justice system in handling offenses committed by minors?

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Rehabilitation and restoration

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Incapacitation and isolation

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Deterrence and prevention

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Punishment and retribution

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT a category of delinquent offense?

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Minor traffic violation

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Drug possession

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Vandalism

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Robbery

Question 39

What is the typical age range covered by juvenile justice laws in the United States?

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10-18 years

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9-17 years

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12-21 years

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7-16 years

Question 40

What is a key difference in sentencing approaches for juvenile offenders compared to adult offenders?

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Juveniles are typically placed in rehabilitation programs rather than traditional prisons.

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Juveniles are always tried in adult court.

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Juveniles receive shorter sentences than adults.

Question 41

What is the legal principle that governs the transfer of juveniles to adult court?

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Waiver of jurisdiction

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Due process

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Equal protection

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Separation of powers

Question 42

Which type of offense involves the intentional infliction of physical harm on another person?

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Assault

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Vandalism

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Theft

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Drug possession

Question 43

What is the main responsibility of a juvenile probation officer?

Accepted Answer

To supervise, guide, and support juvenile offenders in the community.

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To represent juvenile defendants in court

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To investigate juvenile crimes

Question 44

Which of the following is a status offense that applies exclusively to minors?

Accepted Answer

Truancy

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Drug possession

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Felony assault

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Burglary

Question 45

What is the fundamental objective of the juvenile justice system?

Accepted Answer

Rehabilitation and reintegration of juveniles into society

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Deterrence of juveniles from committing crimes

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Punishment of juveniles to the maximum extent of the law

Question 46

Which of the following is categorized as a delinquent act?

Accepted Answer

Shoplifting

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Running away from home

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Smoking cigarettes

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Disobeying curfew

Question 47

In most U.S. states, what is the legal age at which a person is considered an adult?

Accepted Answer

18

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16

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21

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14

Question 48

What is the primary aim of a juvenile court disposition?

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To safeguard the public and rehabilitate the juvenile

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To deter the juvenile from committing future crimes

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To punish the juvenile with maximum severity

Question 49

Which type of juvenile detention facility provides the highest level of security?

Accepted Answer

Secure facility

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Halfway house

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Group home

Question 50

What is the significance of the Gault decision?

Accepted Answer

It established due process rights for juveniles in juvenile court proceedings

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It raised the age of majority to 18

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It abolished the juvenile court system

Question 51

What distinguishes a juvenile criminal record from an adult criminal record?

Accepted Answer

Juvenile records are generally sealed or expunged after a specific period

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Juvenile records are always made public

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Adult records have a higher likelihood of being sealed or expunged than juvenile records