A period of transition toward progressive legalism of the juvenile justice system occurred in the latter part of the 18th century through the 19th century.

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The transition toward a more progressive juvenile justice system primarily occurred in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with the establishment of the first juvenile court in Chicago in 1899, marking a significant shift from treating juvenile offenders as adults to focusing on rehabilitation.

A Period of Transition Toward Progressive Legalism of the Juvenile