CRJU156 - Juvenile Justice

Semester Credit Hour(s) 3

This course examines delinquency theories, offenders, processing, treatment procedures, and juvenile corrections in the juvenile justice system. Complex issues presented in today’s juvenile justice system are explored, such as diversion programs, mentoring programs, teen courts, and prevention. Students will have an opportunity to discuss approaches to alternative sentencing and judicial waivers as well as the adjudication of juvenile offenders.

Prerequisite(s): CRJU103