Consider the following questions:
What important social and legal factors influence juvenile sentencing practices? Do these factors tie into the philosophy of the juvenile justice system? How?
How do different juvenile dispositions such as parole, counseling, and probation compare with each other? In your opinion, which juvenile disposition is most effective? Why?
In 1974, Robert Martinson published a study on the effectiveness of juvenile sentencing, "Effectiveness of Correctional Treatment: A Survey of Treatment Evaluation Studies." Martinson's ultimate and famous conclusion from his study was that "nothing works." Do you think this conclusion holds true today for juvenile corrections and dispositions? Why?
Does the current juvenile corrections system tie into the philosophy of the juvenile justice system? What could be some plausible alternatives to the current status quo in juvenile corrections?
Use references/cite sources.