What do the terms "parens patriae" and 'loco parentis" mean? Explain the significance of the Graham vs Florida court decision? Discuss your approach to juvenile offenders and sentencing. Is it therapeutic or legalistic? Why? What are the national sources of official statistics on delinquency and child abuse? What are their limitations? Describe the value of self reporting and victim survey studies

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Parens Patriae and Loco Parentis Parens Patriae Parens patriae is a legal doctrine that grants the state the authority to act as the parent or guardian for individuals especially children who are unab... View the full answer