Which Is Not One of the Three Legal Factors That

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which is not one of the three legal factors that most influence taking a juvenile into custody?

• A) the seriousness of the offense
• B) race and sex
• C) frequency of the offense
• D) prior or current involvement with the juvenile justice system

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Definitions:

Regression

A defense mechanism identified by psychoanalysis where an individual's behavior and consciousness revert to an earlier stage of development in response to stress or conflict.

Habitual Drinker

An individual who regularly engages in drinking alcohol, often to the point where it becomes a routine or compulsion.

Sociable

Characterized by a willingness to engage in social interactions or enjoyment in being in social settings.

Rationalization

A defense mechanism where controversial behaviors or feelings are justified and explained in a seemingly rational or logical manner to avoid the true explanation.