Citation

Terry-McElrath YM, McBride DC. Crime Delinq. 2004; 50(1): 60-87.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2004, SAGE Publishing)

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Abstract

Although there is a vigorous national debate regarding effective drug policy, such policies are implemented at the local level. Using a national sample of prosecutors, we examine reported typical processing for first-time juvenile marijuana, cocaine, or crack possession/sales offenders. The relationship between drug offense charge and adjudication outcomes providing treatment versus a deterrence/punitive approach is explored. Findings indicate that marijuana offenses and possession offenses generally are more likely to result in access to treatment services for juveniles whereas cocaine/crack offenses and sales offenses generally are more likely to result in the application of punitive penalties such as transfer to criminal court. (Abstract Adapted from Source: Crime and Delinquency, 2004. Copyright © 2004 by SAGE Publications)

Drug Trafficking
Drug Possession
Juvenile Offender
Juvenile Substance Use
Juvenile Crime
Offender Arrest
Offender Prosecution
Offender Treatment
Juvenile Treatment
Offender Punishment
First Time Offender
Juvenile Justice System
Correctional Decision Making
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