NCJ Number
132635
Journal
Journal of Crime and Justice Volume: 13 Issue: 2 Dated: (1991) Pages: 105-124
Date Published
1990
Length
19 pages
Annotation
This article presents a detailed, historical analysis and description of current practices, programs, and problems of the Juvenile Court of Cook County.
Abstract
The Juvenile Court of Cook County is the second largest of its kind and the first juvenile court established in United States. The historical considerations and background cases are explored as a foundation of a discussion of today's practices and problems in the Court. The current jurisdictional and procedural considerations are discussed along with definitions of delinquent minors, minors requiring authoritative intervention, addicted minors, and dependent minors. Several future trends are examined: intensive probation supervision program, early offenders program, and community service program. The article concludes with a summation of the purpose of the Court in today's changing society. 2 footnotes, 2 figures, and 10 references (Author abstract modified)