1. Compare the juvenile justice system to the adult justice system, highlighting at least 3 key differences and 3 similarities.
2. Explore 3 alternative approaches to juvenile detention centers, considering their effectiveness and potential benefits.
3. Examine the dynamics of teen involvement in gangs, considering the factors that attract individuals, potential incentives for joining, and whether it’s possible to disaffiliate from a gang.
Note: Utilize external resources, such as the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, to research current gang prevention and intervention strategies.
4. Discuss the current weaknesses in the juvenile justice system and the strategies you would employ as a future leader to transform these weaknesses into strengths.
Part Two: Juvenile Court Intake and Assessment
As Alex’s juvenile probation officer, your responsibility is to complete the QSR Intake Form, which is a tool used to assess and document information about a child’s background, situation, and needs to guide their rehabilitation process. Please complete the following QSR form using information from the two scenarios about Alex: Delinquency Theories and Meeting Alex and Alex Davis, Continued. Note : A sample completed form is provided for you in the course.