Youth Crime and Young Offenders

Young offenders and juvenile delinquents are often the product of several influential factors. A combination of society, poverty, family involvement in crime and a lacking in the sense of right and wrong will undoubtedly steer a young person towards illegal activities. Once exposed to breaking the law in various forms, it’s incredibly likely that the delinquent will become an adult criminal unless otherwise treated.

Young offenders are often place in correctional facilities to rehabilitate them back into society. Treatment of young offenders often includes association with peers and counselors as well as specialized educational programs. Depending on the offense, they may also be required to perform community service in the area they have been committing their crimes as a form of recompense and accountability. Depending on the effectiveness of rehabilitation, the young offender may integrate back into society with little or no difficulty.

Youth crime and/or juvenile delinquency may be caused by which of the following factors:

1. A history of familial crime
2. Poverty
3. Lack of social moors
4. Various combinations of aforementioned factors
5. None of the above

Delinquency can be [best] theoretically mitigated by what course of action?

1. Choice of action is unclear/debatable
2. Funding for rehabilitation
3. Developing socio-economic programs for prevention
4. Answer b & c
5. Harsher punishment and laws

Juvenile punishment and detainment contributes to _____________?

1. More rehabilitation
2. Less rehabilitation
3. Both
4. Neither: depends on treatment effectiveness

Has youth violence been a growing trend, particularly in school environments?

1. Yes, up a significant number
2. No dramatic increase
3. Dependant on outside variables
4. Answer a & b
5. Answer b & c

Society is a part of the equation of youth crime in what way?

1. Environmental
2. [Peer] pressure driven
3. A combination of influences
4. Indirect/undetectable impact
5. Significant impact concerning role examples