Learning Objectives

1. Discuss the history and development of juvenile corrections.

2. Explain the legal precepts of the juvenile justice system and legal rights for juveniles.

3. Describe how juveniles are screened and classified as offenders.

4. Evaluate the relationship between prior abuse and current offending patterns of juveniles.

5. Summarize the unique characteristics and challenges of female juvenile offenders.

6. Describe the unique characteristics and challenges of having juvenile gang members in custody.

7. Compare and contrast detention versus incarceration for juveniles, and discuss incarceration of juveniles

in adult facilities.

8. Discuss the various types of facilities and institutions used to house juvenile offenders.