Juvenile Justice: Theory and Practice

Written by a world renowned legal scholar, this textbook provides an overview of the entire juvenile process. It is a practical examination of the history of juvenile justice, the philosophy of the system, police involvement, detention, diversion, drug courts, and other juvenile justice processes. Written in a simple, straightforward manner for the average college student, topics include causes of delinquency, gangs, abused and neglected juveniles, police and juveniles, juvenile courts and procedures, case law, juveniles tried as adults, parole and probation, and suggested changes.