Juvenile Justice: An Active-Learning Approach
First Edition
Study Questions
Chapter-specific study questions that help reinforce important content.
1. What was the significance of Kent v. United States?
2. Discuss the evolvement of the juvenile justice system. How has it changed and do you think the reforms have been successful?
3. Explain the principle of parens patriae. Do you think that the courts should continue to maintain the discretion to make decisions regarding juvenile offenders?