Review:
Juvenile Justice Reform
overall review score: 4.5
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Juvenile justice reform refers to efforts to improve and reform the legal and social systems that deal with juvenile offenders.
Key Features
- Focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment
- Developmentally appropriate interventions for youth
- Community-based programs
- Reducing recidivism rates
- Addressing racial and socioeconomic disparities
Pros
- Increased focus on rehabilitation can help prevent future criminal behavior
- Developmentally appropriate interventions can address underlying issues that lead to delinquent behavior
- Community-based programs promote reintegration into society
Cons
- Resistance to change from traditional punitive approaches
- Resource limitations for effective implementation