A law passed by Congress in 1996 that embraces the punitive and accountability assumptions advocated in the late 1970s and 1980s was called _____________.

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The Balanced Juvenile Justice and Crime Prevention Act, passed in 1996, emphasized punitive measures for juvenile offenders and increased accountability of the juvenile justice system. This marks a shift away from more rehabilitative approaches of the past. The other options listed are older legislation from the early 20th century.

A Law Passed by Congress in 1996 That Embraces the Punitive