CRJS 2203 Juvenile Delinquency
This course will focus on the functioning and process of the juvenile justice system through a historical and contemporary lens. Topics will include: how juvenile crime is measured, theories of delinquency, pathways and risk factors of delinquency and possible solutions. This course will consider costs and benefits of various actions within the court system. We will also explore prevention programs and rehabilitation options for juvenile delinquents.
Students, by the end of this course, will demonstrate an understanding of the overall juvenile justice system. Students will understand the nature and extent of deviant behavior amongst juveniles and the theoretical explanations for deviance.