Juvenile Justice : A Guide to Theory, Policy, and Practice / Edition 8

by Steven M. Cox, Jennifer M. Allen, Robert D. Hanser, John J. Conrad

Overview

Briefer than most texts on the topic, this book accessibly explores the interrelationships among theory, policy, and practice to provide a comprehensive understanding of both the historical foundations and the practical world of juvenile justice. The Sixth Edition, now published by SAGE, is updated throughout covering topics such as the history of juvenile justice, legal considerations in juvenile justice, theory and policy in juvenile justice, and current realities in the practice of juvenile justice. The book's unique blend of theory, policy, and practice, coupled with a straightforward writing style and comprehensive ancillary package makes it a must-have for students and practitioners alike.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781452258232
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	12/28/2013
Edition description:	New Edition
Product dimensions:	7.90(w) x 9.90(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

Robert D. Hanser is a full-time faculty member and the department head of the Department of Criminal
Justice at the University of Louisiana at Monroe. He is also a part-time core faculty member of Ellis University. Rob has dual licensure as a professional counselor in the states of Texas and Louisiana, is a certified anger resolution therapist, and has a specialty license in addictions counseling. He has worked as a child and adolescent therapist in an urban domestic violence shelter and has also worked as a secondary educator at an alternative school for troubled youth experiencing emotional and legal challenges.

Table of Contents

Preface
1. Juvenile Justice in Historical Perspective
Juvenile Justice Historically
Continuing Dilemmas in Juvenile Justice
Summary
Critical Thinking Questions
Selected Readings
2. Defining and Measuring Offenses By and Against Juveniles
Legal Definitions
Behavioral Definitions
Official Statistics: Sources and Problems
Unofficial Sources of Data
Summary
Critical Thinking Exercises
Suggested Readings
3. Characteristics of Juvenile Offenders
Social Factors
Physical Factors
Summary
Critical Thinking Exercises
Suggested Readings
4. Theories of Causation
Scientific Theory
Some Early Theories
Biological Theories
Psychological Theories
Sociological Theories
Conflict and Radical/Critical/Marxist Theories
Integrated Theories
Summary
Critical Thinking Exercises
Suggested Readings
5. Purpose and Scope of Juvenile Court Acts
Purpose
Scope
Summary
Critical Thinking Exercises
Suggested Readings
6. Juvenile Justice Procedures
Rights of Juveniles
Bail
Taking Into Custody
Interrogation
The Detention Hearing
Detention/Shelter Care
The Preliminary Conference
The Petition
Notification
The Adjudicatory Hearing
The Social Background Investigation
The Dispostional Hearing
Appeals
Summary
Critical Thinking Questions
Suggested Readings
7. Juveniles and the Police
Police Discretion in Encounters with Juveniles
Unofficial Procedures
Official Procedures
Training and Competence of Juvenile Officers
Police/School Consultant and Liaison Programs
Community-Oriented Policing andJuveniles
Police and Juvenile Court
Summary
Critical Thinking Exercises
Suggested Readings
8. Key Figures in Juvenile Court Proceedings
The Prosecutor
Defense Counsel
The Relationship Between the Prosecutor and the Defense Counsel - Adversary or Cooperative
The Juvenile Court Judge
The Juvenile Court Probation Officer
Children and Family Services Personnel
Court-Appointed Special Advocates
Training and Competence of Juvenile Court Personnel
Summary
Critical Thinking Exercises
Suggested Readings
9. Prevention and Diversion Programs
Prevention
Diversion Programs
Some Examples of Prevention and Diversion Programs
Some Criticisms
Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Programs
Summary
Critical Thinking Exercises
Suggested Readings
10. Dispositional Alternatives
Probation
Foster Homes
Treatment Centers
Juvenile Corrections
The Dilemmas of Juvenile Corrections
Capital Punishment and Youthful Offenders
Some Possible Solutions
Summary
Critical Thinking Exercises
Suggested Readings
11. Child Abuse and Neglect
Physical Abuse
Child Neglect
Emotional Abuse of Children
Sexual Abuse of Children
Intervention
Summary
Critical Thinking Exercises
Suggested Readings
12. Violent Youths and Gangs
Violent Youths
Firearms and Juvenile Violence
Gangs
Response of Justice Network to Gangs
Public, Legislative, and Judicial Reaction
Alternatives to Incarceration for Violent Juveniles
Summary
Critical Thinking Exercises
Suggested Readings
13. The Future of Juvenile Justice
Suggested Readings
Appendix