1. List and discuss the three types of juvenile court hearings.
2. Discuss the problem of juvenile court fragmentation.
3. Explain why the players in the juvenile court system aren't as adversarial as those in the criminal court system.
4. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of trying a juvenile in criminal court.
5. Explain the constitutional rights guaranteed juveniles through the court case of In re Gault (1967).
6. Discuss the many community corrections options for juvenile delinquents.
7. Describe how juvenile correctional facilities provide for the extended, secure confinement of juvenile offenders.
8. Explain the juvenile justice system's goal to craft a disposition that is in the best interest of the youth while protecting society.