Juvenile Justice Case Study

 
Assignment Content

Throughout the course, youve explored the different components of the criminal justice system and how they function on their own. It is also important to understand how they function together. The juvenile justice system has different rules and processes than the adult justice system. In this assignment, you will explore how a juvenile progresses through the different components of the criminal justice system so you can gain understanding of the relationship between these components and see how the juvenile justice system works.  
Read the scenario below and complete the assignment that follows.
Scenario
17-year-old Peter broke into a home, stole approximately $10,000 worth of jewelry and electronics, and consumed a bottle of wine before he fled the scene in a stolen car. The police stopped Peter after noticing him swerving, speeding, and then slowing down on the interstate highway. During the stop, police saw the “loot” stashed in the back seat of Peter car and suspected he was involved in more than driving while intoxicated. Peter was properly arrested and booked on the charge of driving while intoxicated.
The police believe Peter fingerprints will match those discovered at the burglary scene and are likely to charge him with burglary and larceny, as well as grand theft auto. Peter parents have been contacted and are debating whether he should retain counsel because they are struggling financially. To complicate matters, Peter fully admitted to the charges before his parents were contacted.
Since it is Peter first time in the juvenile justice system, neither he nor his parents know what to expect. What is likely to happen? Will Peter have to go to court or trial? If so, what can he expect in the court process?
Scenario adapted with permission from: McGraw-Hill Instructor Resources for Bohm, R.,