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Butts, Jeffrey A.; Mears, Daniel P. – Youth & Society, 2001
Describes prominent new developments in juvenile justice, focusing on the origins of juvenile justice; the get-tough movement, which emphasizes punishment (transfer to criminal court); and promising ideas in rehabilitation, prevention, and early intervention. Suggests that a new generation of innovative programs might revive the spirit of U.S.…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Community Involvement, Crime Prevention, Delinquency