No matter which building you go to, you’re bound to find a fire extinguisher. To meet fire safety standards, most buildings have a fire extinguisher, which can help put out small flames before they start growing. You might think stealing a building’s fire extinguisher...
Juvenile Crimes
Preventing teen dating violence: Promoting healthy relationships
Teen dating violence is a significant concern that affects Florida adolescents. Recognizing the gravity of this issue and prioritizing its prevention can ensure the safety and well-being of young people just getting started on life's journey. Building healthy...
What causes youth violence?
Violence is a problem in Florida, just like elsewhere in the United States. And one of the most troubling and heartbreaking types of violence is violence perpetrated by young people. Juvenile crimes tend to be one of the most difficult types of violence to grapple...
Risk factors that contribute to teen violence
Teen violence is a complex issue that has serious consequences for Florida families and communities. Numerous risk factors are associated with it. Violence at home Children who witness domestic violence or are victims of physical or emotional abuse themselves are at a...
Adolescents and criminal behavior
Adolescents are less mentally developed than adults, and they have less life experience, which can predispose some children to commit risky or even criminal behavior. When they commit crimes, the criminal justice system in Florida often takes a different approach to...
Youth crime resulting from impulse control disorders
As a resident of Florida, you may have heard about juvenile crimes in the state. While many factors contribute to this issue, one factor that often goes overlooked is impulse control disorders. These conditions can lead to impulsive, reckless and dangerous behavior,...
Tips for parents of at-risk juveniles
Parents want happy children and need their little ones to become responsible and trustworthy adults. It is difficult for anyone raising a child to keep them away from the influences of pop culture, social media, and other voices. Parents in Fort Lauderdale, Florida,...
Juvenile murder charges in Florida
Homicide is a serious crime, regardless of the age of the person who has been charged. When the defendant was a minor at the time of the alleged offense, Florida authorities can under some circumstances choose to try the case as if the defendant was an adult. Trying a...
Program alternatives for juvenile charges
There are many alternatives to juvenile justice in Florida, depending on the circumstances of the charges. Some other options include family mediation, counseling, restitution, and restorative justice. In addition, alternative programs can be found in youth centers...
Juvenile crimes: mental health involvement
Any time a juvenile is charged with a crime in Florida, a variety of factors are aggregated about the alleged offense, criminal record, and the mental health of the juvenile. Conduct disorder is a commonly seen disorder in juveniles in the criminal justice system....
