Which of the Following Statements About the U

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the U.S.juvenile justice system is false?

• A)In all 50 states and the District of Columbia,19 is the maximum age for a youth to fall under the jurisdiction of the juvenile court.
• B)Most of the nation's police agencies have juvenile components.
• C)Most children come into the justice system as a result of contact with a police officer.
• D)None of the above statements are false.

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Age Discrimination

Unfair treatment or prejudice against individuals based on their age, which is illegal in employment and other areas.

Employment Act

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Americans with Disabilities Act

A civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places open to the general public.