The Juvenile Justice System
Words: 1163 1164Introduction The juvenile justice system in the United States is designed to handle young offenders—those under the age of 18—who commit crimes. While this system was initially established with the intention of providing rehabilitation rather than punishment, its effectiveness and fairness have been a subject of ongoing debate. Issues such as racial disparities, the treatment of juveniles in adult courts, the adequacy of rehabilitation programs, and the prevention of recidivism continue to challenge the system. In this essay, we will […]