CRIM 235: Juvenile Delinquency

This course will introduce the student to the major components of the Juvenile Justice System and how they interrelate. Patterns of delinquent behavior among youth are examined as well as the definition and measurement of delinquency. Family, educational institutions, peers, and drugs are some of the major influences examined and processing of juveniles through the “informal” and “formal” systems is explained. (every fall, or as needed)