justice, administration of

Text and photographs describe the inner workings of the juvenile justice system, focusing on a young offender's arrest, jailing, court appearance, and time spent at the Minnesota Correctional Facility at Red Wing.

A collection of essays presenting opposing arguments on issues related to the United States legal system, discussing the jury system, different aspects of the civil justice system, litigation, and the role of the media.

Presents an overview of the problems of juvenile crime in the United States, and provides varying perspectives on the accountability of juveniles, whether juveniles should be tried and sentenced as adults, and whether the prosecution of juveniles as adults violates their constitutional rights.

A debate-style reader introducing students to controversies in law, reflecting a variety of viewpoints.

Introduces the Judicial Branch of the United States government and how it works.

Examines the office of Attorney General of the United States describing its history and responsibilities, and profiles eight Attorneys General including William Wirt in 1772, Robert Kennedy in 1961, Janet Reno, the first female Attorney General, and others.

Text and color photos introduce the process of community lawmaking, explaining why rules are important and covering such topics as judges, town meetings, and citizens' rights and responsibilities.

Letters from and interviews with twenty-one children and teenagers who broke the law reveal what it is like to be arrested, attend legal proceedings, and be held accountable for one's actions.

Contains twenty-seven essays that offer varying perspectives on issues related to the legal system in the United States, including if it is in jeopardy, if it is effective or fair, and the role of the media; and provides discussion questions, contact information for organizations, and bibliographies.