A Minor Who Is No Longer Under the Control and Authority

question 2

Short Answer

A minor who is no longer under the control and authority of parents is said to be ____________________.

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Definitions:

Deviance

Behaviors or actions that violate societal norms or expectations, which can range from minor to serious offenses, eliciting social reactions.

Strain

Refers to breakdowns in traditional norms that precede collective action.

Capital Punishment

A legal process where the state executes someone as punishment for a crime.

Criminal Behavior

Actions that violate laws and are subject to prosecution and punishment, which can range from minor theft to serious crimes like murder.