The Problem of Juvenile Gangs
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A thoroughly-researched 20 page paper on juvenile delinquency & gangs. Broken down into sections with subheadings, the writer examines : the severity of gangs in the inner-city, girls in gangs, Federal government efforts to curtail gang violence, the philosophy of the church, the causal factors of such violence, and what can be done to stop it (citing specific case examples). Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Juvygang.rtf

Variations Between Male and Female Gangs
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Gender differences are noted between 'boy gangs' and 'girl gangs' in this 11 page analysis which explores gang culture in America. Motivation and degree of violence are two factors where differences were apparent. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Gangvar.wps

Wooden's Renegade Kids, Suburban Outlaws / Youth Culture & Delinquency
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A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the major points in Wooden's work. No additional sources cited. The suburbs of the United States have been experiencing a steady increase in criminal activities, especially crimes committed by youth offenders, and Wayne Wooden's Renegade Kids, Suburban Outlaws demonstrates this problem and proposes possible routes towards resolution
Filename: Wwooden.rtf

The Effect of Domestic Violence on Potential Criminality
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This 3 page research proposal contains an outline and focuses on methodology. The purpose of this paper is to render a proposal about conducting one's own research on the topic of how domestic violence affects juveniles and possibly prompts them to engage in criminal activity. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA432Juv.rtf

"Monster": A Review of the Book by Walter Dean Myers
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A 5 page review of the fictional novel depicting the problems faced by sixteen year old Steve Harmon, a black teen being prosecuted for the fatal shooting of a drugstore owner. Recapitulated highlights of the novel and ties the fictional message into the very real societal warning that problems we are currently experiencing in our society in regard to teen misconduct are only a symptom of a very complex societal ill. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPmonstr.wps

"No Matter How Loud I Shout : A Year in the Life of Juvenile Court": A Review of the Book by Edward Humes
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A 5 page review of the book by Edward Humes criticizing the many shortfalls of the nation's juvenile justice system. Emphasizes that the problems of rising juvenile crime are really a reflection of an inadequate and inefficient system. Concludes that Humes methodically unravels the problems and suggest solution to each. His choice of words, while sometimes callous and brash, are a reflection of a system with the same qualities.
Filename: PPjuvJus.wps

(The) "Explorers" as a Juvy. Crime Deterrent
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Approximately 30 pages in length. Paper discusses "Explorer" programs across the U.S. and the role that they play in deterring juvenile delinquency (as well as other relevant issues). In Explorer programs, kids get to ride with police officers and assist in ambulance emergencies. Bibliography lists 18 sources.
Filename: Explorer.wps

18th, 19th, and 20th Century Juvenile Criminal Systems
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A 10 page paper which presents information about juvenile criminals and judicial address of juveniles during the 18th, 19th, and 20th century. A comparison and contrast is also included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: RAjuvenile.wps

2 Juvenile Case Briefs
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A 6 page paper that offers 2 case briefs: Eddings v. Oklahoma (1982) and Oklahoma Publishing v. District Court (1977). In both cases, the writer lists the full title and citation of each case, and discusses the issues presented, relevant facts, holding/decision and the rationale behind the holding/decision. No bibliography is provided.
Filename: kh2juv.rtf