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Juvenile Offender Week Two Assignment

Week Two Assignment

Q 1) Click on the link below (or cut and paste into browser) and watch the youtube video - "Prisons documentary children in prison for life sentence." 2) After reviewing the video, answer the following questions in an Essay. 1. Write an overview of the video. 2. What are 2 things you found surprising or interesting in the video? 3. List and explain 2 actions or solutions you think should be implemented for violent and serious juvenile crime offenders? 4. Explain why you think Americans incarcerate a high rate of juveniles (children), compared to other western nations. (Support your answer with APA peer reviewed research. For instance, if you assert it is because "American children are more criminal" be sure you support this answer with scientific research. Do not just state your opinion on the topic.)

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The given video presents the bleak picture of the state of juvenile offenders in the United States of America. The video focuses on the case of Kenneth Young and his trial where his case is being fought. Kenneth’s case is based on crimes committed when he was 14-15 years old, but now he is 26 years old and has served terms in prison. The case comes up for trial on his release and we witness a history of his offenses, starting from robbery, to abuse to threatening. He owns up his responsibility for his role in the crimes and seems aware of what he has done. The video then focusses on the trial and the arguments from both sides.