Although heralded as a great liberal reform, modern scholars have come to view the creation of early juvenile courts as merely a continuation of the struggle between the rich and the poor.

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Modern scholars argue that the creation of early juvenile courts was not solely motivated by a desire to provide a more compassionate approach to youth offenders, but rather was a response to the perceived threat of "dangerous classes" of poor and immigrant youths. This approach was seen as a way for the wealthier, more dominant class to maintain control and order in society.

Although Heralded as a Great Liberal Reform, Modern Scholars Have