AP/CRIM 3657 3.00

Youth Crime

Crosslisted: AP/SOSC 3657

This course examines the problem of “youth crime” as it has been defined over time and across different national jurisdictions. It focuses on a series of key topics including: (1) the social construction of “youth crime” in both historical and contemporary contexts; (2) the historical emergence of the “juvenile delinquent” and “young offender;” (3) classical and contemporary theories of youth offending; (4) the strengths and limitations of youth justice legislation; and (5) alternatives to the youth justice system ranging from boot camps and scared straight to counseling and restorative justice.