In 2010, African Americans made up 17% of the United States juvenile population, yet they accounted for 13% of juvenile arrests. This overrepresentation may be attributed to

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Disproportionate minority contact (DMC) refers to the overrepresentation of minorities in the juvenile justice system at all stages, from arrest to adjudication to placement. This may result from systemic biases and discrimination within the justice system, as well as societal disparities in areas such as poverty, education, and access to resources. While truancy and community policing may also have some impact, DMC is a larger and more persistent issue.

In 2010, African Americans Made Up 17% of the United