As a result of reading this chapter, you will be able to

1. Describe the early treatment of juveniles and history of our juvenile justice system, which includes houses of refuge, reformatories, and the first juvenile court, created in Illinois
2. Explain the unique philosophy, principles, goals, and legal protections underlying the treatment of and philosophy toward youthful offenders by the juvenile court system
3. Review the process and flow of cases through the juvenile justice system