Should Juveniles be tried as adults (original) (raw)

The paper discusses the controversial issue of whether juveniles should be tried as adults for violent crimes. It outlines the historical context of juvenile justice, suggesting that while rehabilitation is essential, there should be stricter measures for violent offenders. The text reflects on societal and legal changes, including the decline of violent juvenile crime rates and the implications of recent court rulings. It also advocates for alternatives to incarceration and emphasizes the need for proactive parental and community involvement in preventing youth crime.