The book includes discussion questions that tackle complex legal issues surrounding juvenile affairs.
Actual case problems provide practical, and real world applications for knowledge.
Authentic cases bring the book's concepts to life in the courtroom.
Hypothetical problems contain contradictory elements and intricate scenarios that allow consideration of the numerous sides of the arguments and cases.
Table of Contents:
Acknowledgement. Introduction. Preface. 1. Jurisdiction. 2. Delinquency. 3. Taking Custody of Delinquent Juveniles. 4. Interrogation. 5. Pretrial Detention. 6. Delinquency Hearings. 7. Youth Court. 8. Transfer to Adult Court. 9. Child Abuse and Neglect. 10. Abuse – Neglect – Dependency Hearing. 11. Emancipation. 12. Parental Notification of Abortion and Judicial Bypass. 13. Marriage. 14. Youth Gangs. Useful Web-sites. Appendix.