Assignment:
Topic of Debate 17 Juvenile Justice System
Why is this topic important to American society and the American criminal justice system?
Briefly describe which side of the Debate each author takes and why?
Find 4 academic journal articles on the debate topic. 2 supporting articles per side. 2 for and 2 against and make sure you label each paragraph. Briefly describe the authors' positions on the topic and why they hold those positions.
Based on the arguments from the Debate and your four articles, your knowledge of the issues from other classes, and any other information you have, such as non-criminal justice classes, Supreme Court decisions, current events, and other sources, write your opinion on the issue.
You do not need to agree with any of the sides presented, however, you must strongly support your opinion with examples or in other ways.
Summary at the end telling your opinion and why 125 word summary.
Readings:
1. What of the Future? Envisioning an Effective Juvenile Court
By Hon. Arthur L. Burnett
2. Can We Without Juvenile Justice?
By Jeffrey A. Butts