First time youth offenders are likely to be treated leniently until they develop a lengthy criminal record, at which time the judge will treat the offenses more seriously. This process is known as

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Graduated sanctions refer to a system where the severity of the punishment increases with each subsequent offense. This approach is often used with youth offenders to encourage rehabilitation before imposing harsher penalties.

First Time Youth Offenders Are Likely to Be Treated Leniently