Why Are Juveniles Arrested in Greater Numbers Than Their Proportions

question 41

Multiple Choice

Why are juveniles arrested in greater numbers than their proportions in the population?

• A) They commit crimes in groups.
• B) They commit violent crimes.
• C) They commit status offenses.
• D) They commit crimes not reported to law enforcement.

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Definitions:

Acknowledges The Debt

The act of a debtor formally admitting the existence or validity of a debt owed to a creditor.

Promise To Pay

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The characteristic of a financial tool that permits its transfer or assignment from one entity to another in return for value.

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