JUST-201 Lecture 7: Chapter 8 Notes 11/8
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Believed juveniles could be molded into better citizens using religion and by training them. Status offenses-something that"s only illegal when you"re a minor. Culpability - level in which persons are held legally responsible for their actions. Age for common law 7 (10 in england) (varies from 6-10 in other states) Children behavior is heavily influenced by parents- especially fathers. In ancient rome fathers controlled kids and took fall for their actions. Patria potestas to patria pietas (power to love) 7-14 were only treated as adults if it could be proven they understood the consequences in. Binding out - children used as laborers for money. Bridewells - created to mold them into laborers. After investigation - determine if case will go forward (formally charge child or decline) If you are detained they call your parents regardless. Has to be a legal guardian - legal authority over you youthful/juvenile offender - sanctions and penalties greater in criminal court.
