AJS212: Juvenile Justice

Resource for research paper on causes and prevention of juvenile deliquency

AJS212: Juvenile Justice

Research Guide

Use this guide to find credible, high-quality sources for your research paper on the causes and prevention of juvenile delinquency.

Government Offices and Agencies

 

Explore key national offices and research centers that provide data, policy guidance, and structural information about the juvenile justice system.

Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP)

Part of the Office of Justice Programs within the U.S. Department of Justice, OJJDP strengthens the juvenile justice system through public safety efforts, accountability, and support services for youth and families.

Juvenile Justice System Structure & Process FAQs

OJJDP’s Statistical Briefing Book includes a detailed FAQs section covering system structure, jurisdiction, and provisions for trying juveniles as adults—with comparison tables for all 50 states.

National Center for Juvenile Justice (NCJJ)

NCJJ, the research division of the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges, is the oldest U.S. juvenile justice research center, conducting studies since 1973.

Research & Publications

NCJJ maintains ongoing national research projects and publishes a wide range of reports, data summaries, and policy analyses. Visit the Publications section for the latest resources.

Subjects: Criminal Justice