CRJ 914 — CRIMJ 2240 (CRJ 914) Juvenile Delinquency 3 Credit Hours

Students will examine the historic context of juvenile delinquency in America. Theoretical perspectives of the causation of delinquency and criminal acts by juveniles will be studied and discussed. The overall treatment of juveniles as offenders and victims will be examined in addition to theoretical perspectives and prevention programs. (3 lecture hours)