It has been suggested that the juvenile justice system could maximize the impact and value of its resources by prioritizing services for youths most likely to reoffend and by maximizing the use of confinement.

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Prioritizing services for youths most likely to reoffend and maximizing the use of confinement has been shown to be ineffective and costly in reducing recidivism rates. Instead, evidence-based practices such as community-based interventions and individualized treatment have been found to be more effective in promoting positive outcomes for youth in the juvenile justice system.

It Has Been Suggested That the Juvenile Justice System Could