MODULE 13

Answer the following questions in at least two paragraphs demonstrating your understanding of the readings for module 13. The readings for module 13 include pages 536 – 555 of the text. You should also watch “Second Chance” documentary and the readings from the text assigned for the week.

1. In two paragraphs please discuss influence that race has on delinquency adjudication.

2. Explain in one paragraph discuss the importance of confidentiality in juvenile court.

3. In at least four paragraphs responding to the following: In juvenile court, what is meant by disposition? What is the range of dispositions available to delinquent youth, explain each – there are at least nine.

4. In one paragraph, summarize McKeiver v. Pennsylvania (1971). In another paragraph explain the precedent set by this Supreme Court case and why it is important to juvenile justice system.

5. In one paragraph, summarize In re Winship (1970). In another paragraph explain the precedent set by this Supreme Court case, why it is important to juvenile justice system.

6. In one paragraph summarize Breed v. Jones (1975). In another paragraph explain the precedent set by this Supreme Court case and why it is important to the juvenile justice system.

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