Adolescence is not only a time of change, but it is a time of rebellion for many kids. Crime among juveniles has been a decades-long problem in America. Washington has not been immune to this problem. Many people think the criminal justice system in the United States...
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King County working to deter gun violence among youth
Just take a quick glance at the headlines and it becomes obvious that gun violence is a problem in Washington and across the country. Gun violence among the juvenile population has dramatically increased in the last few years. According to the data from the Centers...
Juveniles arrested and could face serious charges
Juvenile crime is an ongoing problem throughout Washington. Luckily, law enforcement agencies and state officials recognize that there is a need for reform. Even though the criminal justice system in Washington handles juveniles differently than adults, adolescent...
Early intervention is key to deterring juvenile crime
Adolescence is a stage of life that is full of changes, and it’s also a time of much confusion. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for many adolescents to rebel during this period. Most of the time, this rebellion manifests in ways that are nothing more than harmless...
Seattle town hall meeting discusses juvenile crimes
Many teens will rebel at some point in their lives. Sometimes, they will even participate in things that are illegal just because they are bored. The criminal justice system in Washington handles offenses and crimes involving juveniles differently than adults. It is...
Instances when a juvenile can be charged as an adult
Just take a look at the headlines these days and it's easy to see that crime among the juvenile population is an ongoing problem in Washington and across the United States. Many adolescents participate in things that are illegal just because they are bored and have...
Juvenile violence in Washington seems to be increasing
A troubling trend among the youth population in Washington has law enforcement concerned. According to law enforcement agencies across the state, violent crimes involving young people are becoming increasingly common. Police say what concerns them the most is the type...
Reports of property damage leave teen facing felony charges
Teens who engage in activities such as spray-painting graffiti in public places might not fully understand the harm their actions may cause. Not only could such behavior leave property owners facing significant financial losses, but the outcome of the situation could...
What might motivate youths to commit acts of vandalism?
Most youths might struggle to grasp the impact their decisions could have on their futures and they may even struggle with sources of influence that motivate them to engage in harmful behaviors. Some youths may even see little harm in acts that deface or damage a...
The possible effects of adverse childhood experiences
Most youths may struggle to handle any type of negative experience but sometimes they may be able to work through these issues and use them as learning experiences. However, certain types of experiences might prove more traumatic in nature and could have a lingering...