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1 Rehabilitative Services Tyria Foster College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Grand Canyon University PSY-621: Psychology and the Legal System Deborah Luckey November 1, 2023

2 Rehabilitative Services Introduction The judicial system operates with distinct structures and laws for adults and juveniles, recognizing the unique needs and circumstances of each group. This paper aims to discuss the differences in the court systems and legal frameworks that govern adults and juveniles. Additionally, it will analyze the determinate factors that determine eligibility for rehabilitative services for both adults and juveniles. Moreover, this paper will assess the conditions under which a juvenile may be processed as an adult within the criminal justice system. Furthermore, it will analyze the value of adult incarceration and adult and juvenile rehabilitative services while examining how these goals have evolved over time. Throughout this discussion, relevant citations from scholarly sources will be incorporated to support the analysis presented. By exploring these topics, we can gain a comprehensive understanding of the complexities surrounding age-based differentiations in law enforcement and rehabilitation measures. Difference Between Court Laws The courts and laws are structured differently for adults and juveniles primarily due to the recognition that juveniles have different levels of maturity, cognitive development, and potential for rehabilitation compared to adults. These differences are reflected in various aspects of the legal system, including the jurisdiction of the courts, sentencing options, and access to rehabilitative services. In terms of court structure, there is a clear distinction between adult and juvenile courts. Adult courts handle criminal cases involving individuals who have reached the age of majority, typically 18 years old or older (Bilchik & Cardona, 2018). These courts follow traditional criminal procedures and focus on determining guilt or innocence as well as imposing appropriate punishments. On the other hand, juvenile courts are specifically designed to handle

3 cases involving minors who commit offenses before reaching adulthood. The primary objective of juvenile courts is not punishment but rather rehabilitation and guidance. Juvenile offenders are treated with the understanding that their actions may be influenced by factors such as peer pressure, family background, or lack of mature decision-making skills. there is often greater focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment for juveniles due to their developmental stage (Siegel & Welsh, 2016). Determinate Factors For Elgibility of Rehabilitative Services When it comes to eligibility for rehabilitative services, determining factors can vary depending on the jurisdiction and specific circumstances of each case. Generally, both adults and juveniles may be eligible for rehabilitative services if they demonstrate a willingness to change their behavior or address underlying issues contributing to their criminal conduct. This may involve participation in counseling programs, educational interventions, vocational training, substance abuse treatment, or community service. However, the availability and nature of these services often differ for adults and juveniles. While adults may have access to a wide range of programs within correctional facilities or upon release from prison, juveniles may benefit from specialized programs tailored to their unique needs. Such programs often emphasize education, skill-building activities, therapy sessions aimed at addressing behavioral problems or trauma experienced by young offenders. For adults, these factors may include the nature of the offense committed, prior criminal history, the potential risk posed to society if released without rehabilitation, or individual assessments conducted by correctional professionals (Nellis et al., 2017). In contrast, eligibility criteria for juvenile rehabilitation tend to emphasize age appropriateness of interventions based on biological maturity levels, mental health status, risks within the community environment or family dynamics (Griffin et al., 2018).

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