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No, because children simply are not psychologically developed enough to deal with a prison environment if they were to go to prison, and also are not mentally capable of comprehending the consequences of their actions in a situation that will have long-term affects on their lives and the lives of others.
The part of their brain that thinks of things in long term is not fully developed, and so the children fall back on the part of their brain that doubles as the pleasure centre for serious decision making, even though they can not fully think out the consequences of their decisions.
This results in a stunted view of the world around them, and themselvse. Many children, to some extent, have an immortal mentality. They do not fully comprehend the consequences and implications of their actions, and therefore are incapable of making fully thought out, logical decisions.
For these reasons children should not be tried as adults.
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∙ 15y agoIt depends upon the nature of the crime and the age of the perpetrator. In instances of violent crime when the minor is of an age to know the severity of his or her actions, then it is usually acceptable for them to be treated as an adult.
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∙ 12y agoNo. We know today that their brains are not fully developed yet so they can't fully understand everything and consequences.
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What is a good thesis statement for juveniles tried as adults?
Laws vary by state, and depending on what the crime was, but in general, yes, juveniles can be tried as adults if the juvenile court certifies them as an adult and transfers the case to criminal court.
What is the significance of the breed v Jones?
Set a precedent that juveniles can not be tried and acquitted in juvenile court then tried again in "adult" criminal court. Basically, the constitutional protection from double jeopardy applies to juveniles as well as adults.
Who was the first juveniles to be tried as an adult?
This question can't really be answered because children were tried as adults from the time that the country was settled until relatively recently.
What did the US Supreme Court case Graham v Florida prohibit for juveniles tried as adults?
Graham v. Florida, 560 US __ (2010)(08-7412)The US Supreme Court voted 6-3 that juveniles tried as adults for non-homicide crimes cannot be sentenced to life without possibility of parole.For more information, see Related Questions, below.
Why were youth courts introduced?
With the theory that young, inexperienced-in-the-ways-of-life juveniles should not be tried in the same system as adults and they should be shown more leniency and forgiveness in the hopes that maturity would straighten them out withouit being exposed to the harsh realities of the criminal world.I leave it to the reader to make their own determination as to whether this has actually worked out in practice.
How can juveniles prevent themselves from being tried as adults?
The best way is to not commit a crime.
What is juvenile trial is?
A juvenile trial means that the individual is being tried with the penalites that would apply if the crime is committed by a juvenile. There are different penalties for juveniles and adults. Many times juveniles can be tried as adults, so in a 'juvenile trial' they are being tried as a juvenile and the lesser penalties would apply.
What is a good thesis statement for juveniles tried as adults?
Laws vary by state, and depending on what the crime was, but in general, yes, juveniles can be tried as adults if the juvenile court certifies them as an adult and transfers the case to criminal court.
Why should juveniles be tried as adults?
Juveniles (supposedly) lack the maturity to understand the wrongness of their actions. Hence, punishment is lighter, so they are educated in consequences without having their life unduly ruined by a simple mistake.
What is the significance of the breed v Jones?
Set a precedent that juveniles can not be tried and acquitted in juvenile court then tried again in "adult" criminal court. Basically, the constitutional protection from double jeopardy applies to juveniles as well as adults.
Who was the first juveniles to be tried as an adult?
This question can't really be answered because children were tried as adults from the time that the country was settled until relatively recently.
What rights do juveniles have that adults do not?
Their "rights" are the same as that of any other citizen. As juveniles, they do have some PRIVILEGES though. One is not be tried in "adult" court - and to be more leniently trreated because of their age - and to be incarcerated in less restrictive conditions than adult prisoners.
What did the US Supreme Court case Graham v Florida prohibit for juveniles tried as adults?
Graham v. Florida, 560 US __ (2010)(08-7412)The US Supreme Court voted 6-3 that juveniles tried as adults for non-homicide crimes cannot be sentenced to life without possibility of parole.For more information, see Related Questions, below.
What would happen if Juveniles killed the US governors?
Persons under legal age may still be tried as adults in court, depending upon their age and the conditions.
Why were youth courts introduced?
With the theory that young, inexperienced-in-the-ways-of-life juveniles should not be tried in the same system as adults and they should be shown more leniency and forgiveness in the hopes that maturity would straighten them out withouit being exposed to the harsh realities of the criminal world.I leave it to the reader to make their own determination as to whether this has actually worked out in practice.
Do you agree that juveniles to be tried and convicted as adults?
depending the crime when juveniles go to juvenile hall they learning a lesson and gives them a taste of being convicted as adults so they know how it feelsAdded: Yes. At some age (between the "age of reason" and their 18th birthday) , minors DO learn and know the difference between right and wrong. For certain particularly heinous crimes, right now, some states can certify a minor for trial in adult court.
Should juveniles have their own court?
They should and they do. It is called Juvenile Court, and is presided over by Juvenile Court Judges and Magistrates. This is the venue that Juveniles will be tried in provided they have not been moved to the adult venue, which is possible in most states at the age of thirteen.
