Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Theory – Unit 3 Rogers – Delinquency Influences
Assignment Details – In 300 words or more address the following providing references for support
Assignment Details
Part 1: Review the U.S. Department of Justice definition of a gang.
Part 2: Invent a fictional character and select at least 3 specific elements, known or unknown to them, that might have influenced their decision to join a gang. Consider the following:
- Their parental influences
- Community
- Home environment
- School performance
- Any other element you believe relevant
Part 3: Using what you’ve learned thus far (Delinquency Theories) , address the following:
- Explain how the elements you selected influenced your character’s choice to join a gang.
( Examples – Strain Theory, Rational Theory )
- Once you have explained the elements you selected, address at least 1 myth related to gang activity.
The textbook we are using in class that you can use as a Reference:
Bartollas, C., & Schmalleger, F. (2017). Juvenile Delinquency (Justice Series) (3rd Edition). Pearson Education (US).