A Century of Juvenile Justice
Book Description
Since its inception in Illinois in 1899, the juvenile court has become a remarkable legal and social institution all over the developed world, one that plays a singular role in modern government. At its founding, the juvenile court was intended to reverse longstanding legal traditions, and place the child's interests first in areas of law ranging from dependency to delinquency. Yet in recent years... More
Book Information
Publisher | University of Chicago Press |
Binding | Hardcover (2 editions) |
Reading Level | Uncategorized |
# of Pages | 554 |
ISBN-10 | 0226727831 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0226727837 |
Publication Date | 03/15/2002 |
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About David S. Tanenhaus (Editor) : David S. Tanenhaus is a published editor. Published credits of David S. Tanenhaus include A Century of Juvenile Justice.
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About Franklin E. Zimring (Editor) : Franklin E. Zimring is a published author and an editor. Some of the published credits of Franklin E. Zimring include Changing Lives: Delinquency Prevention as Crime-Control Policy (Adolescent Develop... more
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About Margaret K. Rosenheim (Editor) : Margaret K. Rosenheim is a published editor. Published credits of Margaret K. Rosenheim include A Century of Juvenile Justice.
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