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    Running Head: Justice System Position Paper Justice System Position Paper Name University Course Name Date Instructor Name Final Project: Justice System Position Paper Discuss the importance of rehabilitation programs within the juvenile justice system. How do these programs compare to traditional punitive measures in terms of long - term effectiveness and cost - efficiency? Include examples of rehabilitation programs that have proven successful and explain the impact they have on juvenile offenders. (Word count: 1500 - 2000 words)

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    The criminal justice system is designed to punish those that have broken the law and protect society from them . Many will go to court, receive a jail sentence, do the time, and are released. Crime is often follow ed by punishment. There are important factors that must be considered. W hile punishment is a good thing to be set for a crime, are these prisoners really learning from their mistakes? This is why rehabi litation programs are important. It is essential that people learn from their mistakes. They must take the correct path to ensure that they do not repeat the offense. Rehabilitation programs can help to make sure this is possible. While in a rehabilitation program, one can receive counseling, work experience, and education. These programs can help them to improve themselves as well as others. Punishment should not be abolished complete. Punishment should still remain for those that show no remorse for their actions and for repeat offenders. The juvenile justice system should focus on rehabilitation programs. Juveniles will lead by example. Those that commit a crime may do so for reason or another. Many are often shown little attention in the home or have underlying problems that stem from their home environment. Juvenile offenders will often act out to receive attention or acceptance. Punishment is necessary, although simply putting t hem in a cell may not be enough. Rehabilitation programs will give these juveniles the attention that they may not have received elsewhere. Law enforcement works hard to ensure the safety of the communities that they protect. Gang violence is a growing problem in many cities across the United States. Juvenile offenders are often affiliated with gang activity. Law enforcement plays an active role to fight against gang violence. When a juvenile offender is sentenced to a rehabilitation program and succeeds, it wi ll ta ke one more offender off the streets. There is a new juvenile hall in San Mateo County that

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