NCJ Number
159676
Date Published
1995
Length
14 pages
Annotation
This report examines the problem of juvenile delinquency and suggests preventive measures that could be used to deal with the problem in developed and developing countries.
Abstract
In discussing the subject, the group compared the practice and actual situations in developed countries and developing countries. The developing countries were grouped according to regions of Asia, Africa, and Latin America, and the developed countries were Japan, the United States, and Europe. Examples of actual situations are presented either collectively or with reference to an individual country, depending on the situation under review. The analysis of actual situations addresses crimes and delinquent behaviors as well as facilities. A review of disposition procedures focuses on legislation, juvenile institutions, the caning of juveniles, and community service and other non-institutional treatment. A discussion of countermeasures for preventing juvenile delinquency considers the family, education, moral education, protective measures, and control of the mass media. As a general recommendation for improved juvenile delinquency prevention, the report suggests the mobilization of agencies, institutions, and personnel involved in the prevention process at both pre-delinquency and post- delinquency stages. This should include regional and international cooperation. the United Nations instruments on juvenile justice should be incorporated in the training courses for criminal justice personnel. 20 references