Understanding Juvenile Justice

A detailed illustration showing the concept of juvenile justice, including scales of justice, a gavel, children interacting with law enforcement, and a peaceful detention center environment.

Understanding Juvenile Justice

Take the quiz to test your knowledge about juvenile justice and child welfare. Gain insights into definitions, rights, and responsibilities regarding children and juveniles.

Explore various topics including:

  • Definitions and legal age of a child
  • Rights and responsibilities in juvenile justice
  • Types of offenses and neglect
  • Reporting abuse and parental roles
23 Questions6 MinutesCreated by ProtectiveMind101
Definition of child
10-14 years old
14-16 years old
10-16 years old
10-17 years old
17 years old but alleged /engaged in delinquent conduct indication a need for supervision before turning 17
True
False
Status offense; would a theft be an offense
True
False
Status offense; would curfew be an offense
False
True
Status offense; would graffiti be an offense
False
True
Can a juvenile wave their rights
No
Yes
Who has to be present for a juvenile to waive their rights
Officer
Officer/judge
Attorney
If the child is making a statement who has to be present
Parents
Officer
Offender
Magistrate
If a cild is making a statement it has to be signed in front of who
Guardian
Magistrate
Magistrate/Guardian
Officer/magistrate
Who has the authority to take a child into custody
Law enforcement/ probation officer
No one
Attorney
Guardian
When can you take a child into custody
Never
To take finger prints even if they are suspects
When you make an arrest
When the child commits theft
How long can a child be in custody
24 hr
48hr
6hr
8hr
In what facility can a child/juvenile be held
Prison
County
Detention center
If the parent is appointed as a conservator of a child, can they consent to the child marrage
True
False
Not getting medical care for child is
Neglect
Abuse
If child is placed in a place where they might be at risk to sexual conduct
Neglect
Abuse
If a parent does not protect their child from getting abused
Neglect
Abuse
If you fail to place a child from physical harm
Neglect
Abuse
If you make a child do drugs
Abuse
Neglect
Who can report abuse of child
Officer
Attorney
Guardian
Anyone
How many hours do you have to report an abuse
6 hours
24 hours
48 hours
72 hours
What is the charge if you fail to make a false report on injury to a child
Class A
State jail
3rd degree
Class b
Presumption Regarding Parentage
CUSTODIAL PARENT
GARDIAN
PERSON ON BIRTH CERTIFICATE
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