How much of contemporary American criminal justice policy (that is, the direction, proirity, and details of how governments deal with crime) should be based on public opinion? Does the public have a right to demand changes in criminal justice policy? Why or why not? What are the hazards or trade-offs in such a system?
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Week 5 Discussion Board Prompt Part A Consider the following scenario: A 15-year-old juvenile has been brought into the system after being found violating curfew for the third time. During the initial detention hearing, it becomes apparent that the teenager has been staying out late to avoid a chaotic home