In Chapter 1, Agnew and Brezina Describe Various Ways in Which

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Essay

In Chapter 1, Agnew and Brezina describe various ways in which juveniles and adults are viewed and treated differently. Discuss how our society would be different if we viewed and treated them the same. Do you think juveniles would be more or less involved in crime?

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Definitions:

Insanity Defense

A defense in court where the accused argues that they were not accountable for their actions because they were suffering from a mental disorder when the crime occurred.

Defendants

Individuals or entities accused of committing a crime or wrongdoing in a legal case, awaiting trial or judgment.

Not Guilty

A legal verdict stating that there is not enough evidence to convict someone of a charge.

Mentally Disordered

A term used to describe individuals suffering from mental health conditions that affect their thinking, feeling, and behavior.