Juvenile Justice System

UnHoly Grail · Mar 12, 2014

· Juveniles are not extended the right to a jury of their peers. What is the most significant reason why this right is not extended to juveniles? Please explain in detail why you chose that particular reason.

· Why do you believe there are differences between the adult justice system and the juvenile justice system? Please explain in detail why you believe as you do.

Lean · Mar 12, 2014

Juveniles aren't convicted for the offenses they partake in, they are convicted for delinquent actions as a minor.

They don't have a right to a public trial or trial by a jury. Only if the crime is serious then the juvenile will be tried as an adult.

Main reason being, minors by law are incapable of representing themselves or making decisions that are based on the current law presiding for the circumstances.

If it's a minors first offense, and depending on the severity they may be eligible for a youthful offender.