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LET’S TAKE A MOMENT TO REVIEW THE G.P.S FOR OUR UNIT
SS8CG6 The student will explain how the Georgia court system
treats juvenile offenders. a. Explain the difference between delinquent behavior and
unruly behavior and the consequences of each b. Describe the rights of juveniles when taken into custody. c. Describe the juvenile justice system, emphasizing the
different jurisdictions, terminology, and steps in the juvenile justice process.
d. Explain the seven delinquent behaviors that can subject juvenile offenders to the adult criminal process, how the decision to transfer to adult court is made, and the possible consequences.
TODAY, WE ARE GOING TO FOCUS ON JUST ONE PART OF THIS GPS
SS8CG6 The student will explain how the Georgia court system
treats juvenile offenders. a. Explain the difference between delinquent behavior and
unruly behavior and the consequences of each b. Describe the rights of juveniles when taken into custody. c. Describe the juvenile justice system, emphasizing the
different jurisdictions, terminology, and steps in the juvenile justice process.
d. Explain the seven delinquent behaviors that can subject juvenile offenders to the adult criminal process, how the decision to transfer to adult court is made, and the possible consequences.
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
AS WE STUDY THIS TOPIC WE ARE GOING TO BREAK IT DOWN TO ONE ESSENTIAL
QUESTION THAT WILL MAKE THE CONCEPT EASIER TO UNDERSTAND.
THIS ESSENTIAL QUESTION WILL APPEAR AT THE TOP OF EVERY SLIDE! MAKE
SURE TO THINK ABOUT HOW EVERYTHING YOU ARE ABOUT TO LEARN HELPS TO ANSWER OUR ESSENTIAL QUESTION!
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
SO…. WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEM?
The main purpose of the Georgia Juvenile Justice System is to provide services, protection, and guidance to youth 17 years
old and under.
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
THE JJS IS A PRODUCT OF A ORGANIZED, CIVIL SOCIETY. IN YOUR PAST HISTORY
CLASSES, YOU HAVE HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO STUDY A VARIETY OF OTHER TYPES OF
SOCIETIES AND CULTURES.
WHAT DO YOU THINK DEFINES A SOCIETY?
DO YOU THINK SUCESSFUL SOCIETIES HAVE RULES IN PLACE? WHY OR WHY NOT?
WHY WOULD SOCIETIES MAKE RULES?
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
THE JJS HELPS ENFORCE THE RULES OUR SOCIETY HAS SET UP FOR GEORGIA’S
BUT…. AS MEMBERS OF A CIVILIZED SOCIETY WE
CAN TAKE AN ACTIVE PART IN PEACEFULLY RESOLVING CONFLICTS
BETWEEN INDIVIDUALS IN A CONSTRUCTIVE AND CONTROLED
MANNER SUCH AS
JUVENILES.
PEER MENTORING
PEER MENTORING ACTIVITY
STEPS1. Agree on ground rules. (List them)
2. Each person tells their side uninterrupted (Take notes)3. Verify the stories. (How would you do that?)
4. The parties involved have a civilized discussion (Take notes)5. All parties brainstorm solutions. (Take notes)
6. The parties agree on one solution. (List solution)7. The parties sign the mediation sheet as a contract
SKILLS NEEDEDAs a group, decide what skills individuals would need to
complete each step of this process
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
DISCUSSION TOPICS:
What are the benefits or drawbacks of using methods such as peer mediation as an
intervention to involving the JJS?
Are there times when situations are beyond the point that peer mediation can help a situation and the JJS should be notified immediately?
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
COURTJURISDICTIONS
IN THE J.J.S
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
Each of Georgia’s 159 counties has a juvenile court.
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
WHY HAVE SO MANY JUVENILE COURTS?
To reach a greater number of Georgia youth!
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE JUVENILE COURTS?
Secure care for any child removed from their home or the care of adults
To protect the well being of children. Provide guidance & control in the interest
of the child as well as the state
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
THERE ARE 2 COURTS THAT WORK WITHIN THE J.J.S
Juvenile Court
Superior Court
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
Juvenile CourtMost Juvenile crimes and issues are dealt with in
this court.
Juvenile courts may retain jurisdiction over delinquent youth till the age of 21.
This court deals with issues of military enlistment for juveniles & consent for minors to marry.
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
Superior CourtSuperior court deals with more serious crimes
and infractions.
Adoption proceedings are dealt with in this court.
Violent Crimes and Felonies are heard in this court.
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
Superior Court&Juvenile Court
There are very few cases that fall under the jurisdiction of both courts they are:
Capital Felonies - When juveniles are tried as adultsCustody Cases – Involving BOTH adults and juveniles
Child Support Cases – Involving BOTH adults and juveniles
SHARED JURISDICTION
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
LETS TAKE A LOOK AT THE STEPS A JUVENILE WOULD GO THROUGH WHEN
THEY ENTER THE JJS.
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
THERE ARE FOUR BASIC STEPS IN THE JJS
ACTION / OFFENSE
INTAKE
RESOLUTION
TRIAL
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
ACTION / OFFENSEThis is when a crime is committed or an
event occurs that deems necessary intervention on the part of the JJS.
Some events such as child abuse and neglect are cause for intervention by the JJS.
There are two basic types of categories most crimes fall under:
Felonies & Misdemeanors
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
INTAKELegal authorities apprehend the juvenile.Parents/ Guardians are notified. Juveniles can be taken to a detention center or
released to the parents or guardians depending on the individual situation.
A JJS officer investigates the charges and the youth is either: Counseled and released. Assigned further counseling, assessed fines or ordered to
pay for any damages they may have caused. A formal hearing / trial is set.
EQ: Why is it important for juveniles to follow the rules of our society?
TRIAL
Trials have 2 important roles:
Lawyers can be present at these hearings.These hearings are NOT open to the public.All juveniles are guaranteed
Plaintiffs & Defendants
Due Process
RESOLUTION
There are several ways a JJS case may be resolved:
The juvenile may be released to the custody of parents/guardians or foster care
The juvenile may be placed on probation
The juvenile may be committed to a Juvenile detention center aimed at preventing delinquent youth from becoming adult criminals
Provide specialized treatment for those juveniles who have been abused or suffer from medical impairments.
Misdemeanors
A CRIME LESS SERIOUS THAN A FELONY CARRYING A PUNISHMENT OF LESS THAN 1 YEAR IN JAIL,
A FINE OF LESS THAN $1,000, OR BOTH
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Defendant
THE PERSON OR PARTY AGAINST WHOM LEGAL ACTION WOULD
BE CONSIDERED IN A CIVIL OR CRIMINAL CASE
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