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Juvenile Justice System Paper

Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper summarizing the key parameters of the juvenile justice system in the United States. Address the following:
  • The historical development of the juvenile justice system. Use case law or legislation to strengthen your discussion.
  • Predominant philosophy of the juvenile system
  • Key differences between the juvenile and adult systems
  • Distinguish between dependency and delinquency
  • The reasoning behind and the importance of confidentiality in juvenile court

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.