A number of common features came to characterize the operation of juvenile courts after they were first invented. Which of the following was not included among these common features?

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The concept of mens rea, or criminal intent, is not typically applied in juvenile courts as they do not focus on the guilt or innocence of the juvenile, but rather on their rehabilitation and treatment. The other options - diminished criminal responsibility, parens patriae, and friendly helpfulness - are all common features of juvenile court operations.

A Number of Common Features Came to Characterize the Operation