Juvenile Delinquency Final Exam Study Guide

A collection of vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts related to juvenile delinquency as outlined in the lecture notes.

Progressive Era

A period of widespread social activism and political reform in the United States from the 1890s to the 1920s, which led to changes in the conception of youth.

In re Gault (1967)

Supreme Court case that granted juveniles certain rights, including the right to due process, while not providing all the rights afforded to adults.

McKeiver v. Pennsylvania (1971)

A Supreme Court case that ruled juveniles do not have a constitutional right to a jury trial.

Get Tough Era

A period during the late 20th century characterized by harsher policies and attitudes towards juvenile offenders.

Judicial Waiver

A process by which a juvenile court judge decides to transfer a juvenile case to adult court.

Roper v. Simmons (2005)

A Supreme Court case that ruled the death penalty cannot be applied to juveniles.

Proportionality Principle

A concept that requires that the severity of punishment should be proportionate to the severity of the crime.

Graham v. Florida

A Supreme Court case that declared life sentences without parole are unconstitutional for juveniles convicted of non-homicide offenses.

Youth Discount Proposal

Feld's proposal suggesting that youth be treated differently in the legal system, taking into account their potential for change.

Types of Probation Programs

Includes intensive supervision, house arrest/electronic monitoring, restorative justice, and restitution programs for youth.

Differences in Incarceration Experiences

The varying experiences male and female youth have while incarcerated, due to gender-specific issues.

Community-based correctional programs

Programs designed to rehabilitate juvenile offenders in their own communities as opposed to secure institutions.