Juvenile Justice System

Question 1

a minor under 17 years of age who has been charged with an act which would be a
crime if committed by an adult.

Answer 1

Delinquent/Juvenile

Question 2

an act committed by a juvenile that would be a criminal offense according to adult
law.

Answer 2

Delinquent Act

Question 3

an act committed by a juvenile that would not be a criminal offense according to adult
law.

Answer 3

Unruly Act

Question 4

government entities created to serve a special function for the state or
community.

Answer 4

Special Purpose Districts

Question 5

Services provided by the local City Government

Answer 5

a city may provide include police and fire protection, schools, taxes, and streets and water service.

Question 6

Services provided by the local Country Government

Answer 6

Counties were created by a rural society that expected government to keep the records
straight and to provide swift justice.

Question 7

How are local governments funded?

Answer 7

Local governments generate revenue for programs through tax and non-tax programs.