Discuss the Four Major Differences Between Juvenile Courts and Adult

question 24

Essay

Discuss the four major differences between juvenile courts and adult courts.
No juries exist in juvenile courts; the matter is decided by judges who wear regular

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Definitions:

Functionalist Analysis

A sociological perspective that analyzes every component of society by examining its role in maintaining the overall societal stability.

Stratification

A sociological term referring to the classification of society into groups based on wealth, power, and social status.

Progressive Taxation

A taxing system where the tax rate increases as the taxable amount increases, with higher income individuals paying a higher percentage of their income than lower-income individuals.

Regressive Taxation

A tax system where the tax rate decreases as the taxable amount increases, placing a higher relative burden on lower-income earners.