Question 1

According to the Standards for the Administration of Juvenile Justice what is the minimum age a juvenile should be transferred to an adult criminal court?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age recommended for transferring a juvenile to an adult criminal court is 16 years old, according to the Standards for the Administration of Juvenile Justice. This guideline aims to balance the need for accountability with the recognition of the developmental differences between juveniles and adults.

Question 2

At a transfer hearing, the juvenile has no right to counsel.

Accepted Answer

At a transfer hearing, where it is being determined if a juvenile should be tried as an adult, the juvenile has the right to counsel to ensure their legal rights are protected and to provide a defense against the transfer.

Question 3

The case of _____ discussed the issue of concurrent charging of juveniles.

Accepted Answer

People v. True

Question 4

The President's Commission on Law Enforcement recommended that juveniles under the age of 16 years of age should remain under the jurisdiction of the family court

Accepted Answer

The President's Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Justice, established in 1965, recommended that juveniles under the age of 16 should remain under the jurisdiction of the family court to ensure that young offenders receive more appropriate and rehabilitative forms of intervention than they would in the adult criminal justice system.

Question 5

The Uniform Juvenile Court Act waiver provisions include the provision that the minimum age of the child should be:

Accepted Answer

The Uniform Juvenile Court Act typically requires that the child be at least 15 years old at the time the crime was committed for waiver provisions to apply.

Question 6

A juvenile certification hearing includes a trial on the merits of the case.

Accepted Answer

A juvenile certification hearing is a legal proceeding to determine whether a juvenile should be tried as an adult, not to try the merits of the case itself.

Question 7

The President's Commission on Law Enforcement recommended that all felony case be transferred to adult criminal courts.

Accepted Answer

The President's Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Justice, established in 1965, did not recommend that all felony cases be transferred to adult criminal courts. Instead, it focused on a wide range of issues related to improving the criminal justice system, including juvenile justice, but did not advocate for such a blanket transfer of all felony cases from juvenile to adult courts.

Question 8

Some states, like California, New York, and Colorado, have enacted _____ sentencing and mandatory sentencing laws.

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

In determining whether to transfer a juvenile to adult criminal court, the judge should also consider the sophistication and maturity of the child.

Accepted Answer

Judges often consider the sophistication and maturity of the juvenile, among other factors, to determine whether they should be tried in adult criminal court, as these elements can impact the juvenile's understanding of their actions and the legal process.

Question 10

Under the Uniform Juvenile Justice Act, the minimum age for transfer to adult criminal court is ____ at the time the act was committed.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Under the Uniform Juvenile Justice Act, the...

Question 11

The court held in ____ that a juvenile certification hearing was not a trial on the merits.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The court held in ____ that a...

Question 12

Recent legislation has tended to broaden the jurisdiction of juvenile courts.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Recent legislation has tended to broaden the...

Question 13

The absence of the juvenile's parents at the transfer hearing makes the hearing invalid.

Accepted Answer

The absence of the juvenile's parents at the transfer hearing does not automatically make the hearing invalid. The validity of the hearing depends on the jurisdiction's laws and whether the juvenile was given proper notice and an opportunity to be heard.

Question 14

The Standards propose what level of proof that a juvenile is not amenable to treatment by a family court because of the seriousness of the alleged conduct, the juvenile's prior record, and the inefficacy of other dispositions?

Accepted Answer

The correct level of proof required is "clear and convincing evidence." This standard is used to demonstrate that a juvenile is not amenable to treatment by a family court due to the seriousness of the alleged conduct, the juvenile's prior record, and the inefficacy of other dispositions. It is a higher standard than a preponderance of the evidence but lower than beyond a reasonable doubt.

Question 15

One method to remove dangerous or violent juveniles offenders from juvenile court is to establish concurrent jurisdiction for certain crimes.

Accepted Answer

Concurrent jurisdiction allows both juvenile and adult courts to have authority over certain types of cases involving juveniles, enabling the transfer of dangerous or violent juvenile offenders to adult court for trial and sentencing.

Question 16

The legal issue decided in People v. Thorpe involved the concept of:

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

The U.S. Supreme Court in Kent v. United States established which of the below criteria for the juvenile courts to consider in transfer hearings.

Accepted Answer

Kent v. United States set a precedent for juvenile courts, establishing that in transfer hearings, several factors should be considered, including the juvenile's history, the seriousness of the offense, and the nature of the offense (whether it was committed in an aggressive, violent, premeditated, or willful manner), among others. This comprehensive approach ensures a more thorough evaluation of whether a juvenile should be tried as an adult.

Question 18

The purpose of a transfer hearing is to establish the probable guilt or innocence of the juvenile.

Accepted Answer

The purpose of a transfer hearing is to determine whether a juvenile case should be moved from juvenile court to adult criminal court, not to establish guilt or innocence.

Question 19

One method of removing dangerous or violent juveniles from juvenile court is to establish _____ jurisdiction.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

According to the Uniform Juvenile Court Act, the juvenile court should conduct a hearing with a jury prior to transferring a case to adult criminal court.

Accepted Answer

The Uniform Juvenile Court Act does not require a jury hearing before transferring a case to adult criminal court; the decision is typically made by a judge based on various factors, including the severity of the offense and the juvenile's age and past record.

Quiz 10: Transfers and Waivers