There is an ongoing debate on the effectiveness of incarcerating juveniles in secure settings for long periods of time. Some would argue a long separation will interrupt the lure of the criminal activity in the streets. Others contend long-term incarceration allows juveniles to learn more criminal behaviors and take on a delinquent persona and re-offend as soon as they are released. Where do you stand on this debate—longer or shorter secure settings for incarcerated juveniles?
For this assignment, students should choose two theories of delinquency to compare and contrast. Identify the similar elements of the theories as well
For this assignment, students should choose two theories of delinquency to compare and contrast. Identify the similar elements of the theories as well as the different elements of the theories. Next, explain the implications of each theory on the treatment of juvenile offenders. Consider in this explanation, characteristics of the