In the Context of the American Juvenile Justice System, Which

question 13

Multiple Choice

In the context of the American juvenile justice system, which of the following is true of a predisposition report?

• A) It usually contains information concerning a respondent's family background.
• B) It outlines the charges brought against a juvenile offender.
• C) It includes a list of similar cases on which the judge can base his or her decision.
• D) It usually includes a list of detention centers to which a juvenile offender can be transferred.

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