Juvenile Intervention (Benchmark 3) Flashcards
Why do Juveniles run away?
- Abuse
- Problems with a stepparent or feelings about an absent parent
- Death of a parent
- Lack of freedom, responsibility, or structure
- Parent alcoholism/addiction
-Feeling powerlessness
What contributes to juvenile delinquent behavior?
- Being victimized
- Exposure to deviant behavior
- Traumatic events
- Lack of maturity
What constitutes delinquent behavior?
- Lack of supervision
- Lack of role models
- Negative peer pressure
- Boredom
- Economics
Why is it important for law enforcement to be involved with the youth of their community?
To help change the overall view of law enforcement officers in the eyes of juveniles. This helps juveniles see officers as good, and trustworthy people.
What does CINC stand for?
Child in Need of Care
What does KCCC stand for?
Kansas Code for the Care of Children
What does Child in Need of Care mean?
Means a person less than 18 years of age when a petition or Protective Custody Order is filled.
Custody vs Arrest
Juvenile offenders are taken into custody and is arrested. CINC may be taken into custody.