Law

1. List and discuss some of the cues frequently used by police officers in deciding whether to handle a case officially or unofficially. Why are some dangers in relying on the cues from the point of view of the juvenile offender? From the point of view of the victim of abuse or neglect?

2. Joel, a 13-year old white male, has just been apprehended by a police officer for stealing a bicycle. Joe admits to taking the bicycle but says he only intended to go for a joyride and was going to return the bicycle later that day. The bicycle has been missing for only a hour and is unharmed. The owner is undecided about whether to proceed officially. Discuss the various options available to the police officer in handling the case. What options do you consider to be most appropriate and why?

3. WHY do you think that juvenile officers handle the majority of contacts with juveniles unofficially even when they could clearly proceed officially? why are police officers often hesitant to take official action in cases involving abuse and neglect even though they are mandated reporters? what are some of the advantages and disadvantages of unofficial dispositions to both juveniles and society?

4. Locate the website for department of justice and see what information you can obtain on YFCP program. Is there recent evaluation of the program? If so, what conclusions can you draw about the program based on the evaluation

5. In your opinion, how can bullying in person and over the internet best be handled? How effective are the police in dealing with these issues as they relate to juveniles?

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