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Why is “beyond a reasonable doubt” the standard used in juvenile adjudication hearings?

What precedent was set by the Supreme Court case In re Gault?

Which term describes the internal conflicts police officers may face between enforcing the law and aiding in the rehabilitation of youthful offenders?

What does the principle of “least restrictive alternative” aim to achieve in juvenile dispositions?

Why is adolescent polydrug use particularly concerning?

What is a common barrier to the success of adolescent drug prevention programs?

What is the significance of marijuana being classified as a “gateway drug”?

The “social facilitation hypothesis” suggests that delinquent peers:

What is the “selection hypothesis” regarding peer delinquency?

How do punitive drug policies impact juvenile offenders?*