Administrative Justice 008-ADJ008- Juvenile Procedures in California-Assignment 13

Extrafamilial abuse is sexual abuse between blood related family members or non-blood related family members.

Incestuous-Intrafamilial abuse is sexual abuse between an adult and minor outside of the family.

 True 
 False 

A child who is sexually abused comes under Section 602 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.

 True 
 False 

Abusers could be family members, friends, neighbors, acquaintances, teachers, or child care providers. Most of the time the abuser is the parent.

 True 
 False

According to the law, sexual abuse includes both sexual assault and sexual exploitation.

 True 
 False 

All commercial film and photographic processors are mandated reporters of all forms of child abuse.

 True 
 False 

Sexual exploitation and pornography has become a major problem since the passage of AB 3121 in California because of the following:

	A.	Deinstitutionalization of 601 WICs.
	B.	A haven for runaways.
	C.	Runaways engage in prostitution/ pornography as a means for survival.
	D.	All of the above
	E.	b and c only

The profile of a typical sex offender is usually a horrible fiend lurking in the shadows and coming out at night to prey upon little children.

 True 
 False 

Most experts agree that it is next to impossible to change a pedophile. His behavior must be neutralized or supervised.

 True 
 False 

A pedophile is someone who:

	A.	Views children as sexual objects.
	B.	Knows that having sex with children is illegal.
	C.	Is personable and friendly with children.
	D.	None of the above.
	E.	All of the above.

Which of the following is not a common indicator of sexual abuse/exploitation?

	A.	Body piercing on genitals
	B.	Difficulty walking or sitting due to genital pain or trauma.
	C.	Alcohol or drug abuse
	D.	Poor hygiene or excessive bathing
	E.	Sexually transmitted diseases

Administrative Justice 008-ADJ008- Juvenile Procedures in California-Assignment 12

Under section 307 WIC, the police discretion and alternative dispositions after completing an investigation are:

• Release the minor, which means sending the minor home to their parents/guardians
• Cite the parent or parents of the minor to appear with the minor before the probation officer or social worker, which means that the minor is allowed to go home and then the minor and parent are required to appear with a probation officer.
• Deliver the minor to the children’s shelter or county’s dependent housing facility, which means the minor is under the custody of the court system until court proceedings or a change has been made
• Take (divert) the minor to a community service program designated for abused or neglected children, which means the child is still under court supervision until further notice.

 True 
 False 

Section 305 WIC gives law enforcement the authority to take a minor into protective custody without a warrant when the law enforcement officer has determined that the suspected report of abuse has been found to be accurate.

 True 
 False 

In the case of a 300 WIC petition, who is responsible for filing the petition?

	A.	The police
	B.	The intake social worker
	C.	The district attorney
	D.	The probation officer

The procedures for dependency proceedings are very similar to 602 delinquents. Which of the following is true?

	A.	Detention of the minor is for his/her protection.
	B.	The minor is represented by the district attorney instead of the public defender.
	C.	The disposition alternatives include foster homes, emancipation, or adoption.
	D.	The standard of proof is the "preponderance of evidence."
	E.	All of the above.

There are four categories of child abuse. They are physical assault, physical neglect, emotional maltreatment, and sexual abuse.

 True 
 False 

Thousands of children are killed by parents and family members as a result of abuse. Child abuse is the leading cause of death among children under age 4.

 True 
 False 

Verbal or emotional acts that put a child in danger of suffering emotional trauma such as yelling, screaming, threats, demeaning ridicule, belittling, etc. is considered which form of abuse?

	A.	Physical assault
	B.	Emotional deprivation
	C.	Physical neglect
	D.	Emotional assault

When the parents deprive a child of the normal experiences of feelings of being loved, wanted, secure, and worthy, it is considered a form of child abuse under which category?

	A.	Physical assault
	B.	Emotional deprivation
	C.	Physical neglect
	D.	Emotional assault

Which of the following is not an indicator of emotional assault?

	A.	Withdrawn
	B.	Apathetic
	C.	Clingy
	D.	Bruises/lacerations

Which of the following is not true regarding Child Protective Services (CPS)?

	A.	Provide 24-hour response to reports of child abuse or neglect/sexual abuse or exploitation.
	B.	Investigate suspected abuse at the home.
	C.	Investigate suspected child abuse in day care facilities, school, or parks.
	D.	Investigate suspected child abuse at home that is reported by a school teacher.
	E.	A division of the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS).

Administrative Justice 008-ADJ008- Juvenile Procedures in California-Assignment 11

A parole agent is a person is oversees parolees while they are on parole. Their job is to enforce the terms of the minors parole and it is also to encourage the minor to begin working towards a positive life.

 True 
 False 

The “Morrissey v. Brewer” dealt with the issue of revocation procedures, it establishes the two-stage violation hearing process. The first stage is a probable cause hearing to determine if the evidence shows that a violation probably did occur. The second stage is the actual violation hearing, and the parolee is entitled to full due process.

 True 
 False 

The Division of Juvenile Facilities (DJF) is operated by which level of government?

	A.	County
	B.	State
	C.	Federal
	D.	City

The Division of Juvenile Facilities (formerly known as the California Youth Authority) was established in

	A.	1903
	B.	1905
	C.	1941
	D.	1943

Which statement is false regarding parole violation?

	A.	A parolee, like a probationer may be violated for committing a technical violation as well as a new offense.
	B.	Technical violations are considered very serious, and usually results in parole being revoked and the parolee is returned to an institution to serve the rest of his/her time.
	C.	Serious violations require a two-step hearing process as mandated by Morrissey v. Brewer, 1972.
	D.	If a parolee can remain crime free and violation free for the first 90-120 days, he/she has a very good chance of succeeding on parole.

Which statements below is true regarding parole?

	A.	The Board orders standard and specific conditions of parole for parolees.
	B.	A parolee may petition to have his/her record sealed after six years have elapsed from the date of an honorable discharge.
	C.	The parole agent plays the dual role of helper and enforcer, just as the probation officer.
	D.	The parole agent is authorized to carry a firearm, whereas the probation officer is not.
	E.	All of the above

With the limitations of judge's discretion as a result of Prop 21, more juveniles age 16 or older committed from adult court will be sent to prison.

 True 
 False 

The main purpose of the reception centers is to screen and test youths committed to DJF to determine proper placement. Which of the following is not a reception center?

	A.	Ventura
	B.	Perkins
	C.	Norwalk
	D.	Nelles

Which of the following statement regarding DJF is incorrect?

	A.	The cost of DJF is higher that probation camps.
	B.	The average stay in DJF is 26 months.
	C.	Inmates could earn a high school diploma and an A.A. Degree in DJF.
	D.	The parents of the inmates are able to pay for all of the housing cost.

An honorable discharge is given after a parolee has served 12 to 18 months of his/her parole without any problems or violations for the parole term.

 True 
 False