Juvenile Justice

Juvenile Crime -- Outlook for California
The Legislative Analyst's Office provides basic information on the issues of juvenile crime.

Youth Violence: Perception Versus Reality
The nonpartisan Urban Institute publishes studies, reports, and books on timely topics worthy of public consideration. This report by Jeffrey Butts defines the difference between crime by juveniles and crime by youth, as well as the implications of common misperceptions.Includes a downloadable version of the complete text.

Juvenile Justice Magazine
This on-line magazine, for juvenile justice professionals, provides access to a dozen articles on juvenile crime, and an extensive listing of juvenile justice links.

Basic Criminal Justice Facts
The National Center on Institutions and Alternatives has written a guide on "What Every American Should Know About the Criminal Justice System."

California Youth Authority
Provides facts and statistics about California Youth Authority.

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