Definitions of delinquency and status offenses

Imagine you are a magazine writer investigating the realities of juvenile crime in the United States.

Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word article on the juvenile justice system that includes the following:

  • Definitions of delinquency and status offenses
  • Comparison of juvenile courts and adult courts
  • Variables that correlate with juvenile crime rates
  • Current U.S. juvenile crime statistics
  • Effects of more juveniles being tried as adults
  • One current issue in the juvenile justice system and your opinion on that issue

Format the article consistent with APA guidelines.