NCJ Number
156929
Journal
Belugyi Szemle Volume: 33 Issue: 2 Dated: (July-August 1995) Pages: 24-36
Date Published
1995
Length
13 pages
Annotation
This author discusses some aspects of the juvenile delinquency problem in Hungary.
Abstract
Statistical data and anecdotal evidence suggest that the status of at-risk children and adolescents can easily lead to juvenile crime. Even though the majority of so-called endangered juveniles do not commit criminal acts, 60 to 70 percent of juvenile delinquents are from that subpopulation of children at risk. The author describes some juvenile delinquency prevention techniques used in Western European countries, and questions whether they can be adapted to the Hungarian situation. One key issue is whether law enforcement or social services should take the lead in delinquency intervention efforts. 5 tables and 6 notes