Administration of Juvenile Justice and its Effects on the Rehabilitation of Children in Conflict with the Law

Abstract

This research paper studies the administration of juvenile justice and its effects on the rehabilitation of children in conflict with the law. It begins by citing different theories that explain why minors commit crimes unacceptable to society's standards. Further discussions focused on the child's social development, his self-concept and how several factors such as the family, education, peer group, drug abuse, age, social class influence his behavior. Following this part is the society's response to this issue in light of the juvenile justice system. From there, legislation comes next, which occupies a favorable space in this work to better understand the process that the child goes through having held accountable for his actions. Meanwhile, different methods are used to acquire data, formulate generalization and come up with a conclusion. Key informants are interviewed, case study was done and extensive research was undertaken. Findings include flaws of the present juvenile justice system to address the issue of rehabilitation and reintegration. Overarching the discussion on the realization of the child's distinct needs and promoting the protection of his right is the concern of the researcher for society's significance as a whole and those of the youth in particular. Readers of this research work are encouraged to consider the discussion that follows in a similar light.