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Peer reviewedGlassner, Barry; And Others – Social Problems, 1983
In a study of adolescent offenders in New York State, most reported that they curtail criminal activities at age 16, because they fear being jailed if apprehended as adults. In fact, the belief that juveniles under 16 cannot be severely punished in New York State is not entirely accurate. (Author/GC)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Age Differences, Court Role, Crime
Peer reviewedTifft, Larry L. – Social Problems, 1979
The assumptions of the principle of legality are explored. It is concluded that any response to human conflict that respects individual authenticity and sovereignty, human diversity, competency, and shared responsiblity can only be given retrospectively. (Author/MC)
Descriptors: Civil Liberties, Conflict Resolution, Crime, Criminal Law
