Juvenile Justice Special Topic Evaluation
Choose one topic from below.
Original work due to plagiarism software used by teacher.
Analyze a major problem facing today's juvenile justice system and evaluate in way in which the juvenile justice system has or has not
addressed the problem. Propose a solution to the issue that you have selected.
Some possible topics for this project include:
Disproportionate minority confinement
Recidivism
Gang issues
Growing influence of female gangs
Drug use
Juvenile curfews
Zero tolerance policy for/with school searches
Socio-economic factors affecting delinquency
Parental liability for juvenile offenses
Your project must include:
An introduction to summarize and define your topic, including a clear statement of the problem or issue of concern
Summaries of current, relevant research from at least 6 credible sources. Discussion of the implications of proposed solutions for
juvenile justice system
Your evaluation and conclusions regarding possible methods of managing or addressing the problem. You are encouraged to add your
own opinions; however, those opinions should be carefully considered, logical, and supported by evidence or outside rationale.