unit 6 activity 2

The criminal justice system has similarities for both juveniles and adults, such as the right to an attorney, the right to confront witnesses, the right to remain silent, the right to no charges, and the burden of proof on the prosecution. However, there are also differences, as the adult system applies to those over 18, while the juvenile system is for those under 18. Juvenile courts focus on teaching and protecting, while adult courts focus on punishment. Juvenile courts often don't have jury or public trials, and sentencing is more flexible, usually involving community service and probation. Juvenile records are sealed once they reach adulthood. Welcome to my Unit 6 Activity 2 podcast. Let's just get right into it. Five similarities of the criminal justice system with juvenile and adult is the right to an attorney. They both have the right to an attorney. The right to confront witnesses against you. The right to not incriminate yourself. The right to no charges against you. The prosecution must prove the charges against you in the shadow of doubt. Some differences between them is the adult is for people above the age of 18 and the juvenile is for people under 18. Juvenile is focused on teaching the different than different and protecting them from the harshness of the justice system and the adult is focused more on punishment. The juvenile court often doesn't have jury and public trials. Sentencing is more flexible and has most likely community service and probation while adult most likely always has jail time. Juvenile records are sealed once the juvenile reaches adulthood.