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Factsheet: Crime, Race and Juvenile Justice Policy in Perspective

Factsheet: Crime, Race and Juvenile Justice Policy in Perspective

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Justice Policy Institute (Washington, DC)

Published 2005. 4 pages.

Statistical evidence is provided that proves African American and Latino youth are not more "criminal" than other youth. This factsheet covers: the non-reality of racially disparate youth crime; federal lawmakers recognize youth of color are treated differently by the juvenile justice system; the impact of the "race effect"; and largest disparities are found in drug arrests and imprisonment. Accounting for the "race effect," African American youth report similar rates for carrying weapons and being in a physical fight as White youth. Yet, White youth use illicit drugs more than African Americans and are 33% more likely to sell drugs. Accession Number: 020889

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