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There has long been a dispute over juvenile punishment and transfer to adult court. The topic has gained greater relevance, especially with the rise in violent juvenile offender rates. Research on juvenile criminality has been popular to comprehend the effects of efforts at rehabilitation for younger children. Research on this subject is still necessary because of the controversy. A primary biological concern that frequently arises in instances involving minors is the maturation of the teenage brain. Research suggests that teenagers are less responsible and are more likely to gain from some kind of treatment program (APA, n.d.). The frontal lobe and an individual's comprehension of the possible implications of their actions are still growing in the brains of children and teenagers. Because of this, experts also think that a life sentence without the possibility of parole is an unsuitable kind of punishment (APA, n.d.). This gives the youngster or teenager no opportunity to change. A disproportionately high rate of victimization also exists for minors who are waived and transferred to an adult prison (Trulson et al., 2020). Add to the reality that exploitation is an adult institution, and the brain is still developing, and there may be less chance for any kind of recovery. A higher chance of recidivism as an adult might result if rehabilitation is more unlikely to occur (Trulson et al., 2020). Eventually, this will cause crime to recur and erode society's sense of safety. Studies show that young people who are trying to return to society after leaving an adult institution are more likely to experience general developmental problems (Trulson et al., 2020). This Lionel Tate Case is a pertinent case concerning developmental difficulties. In this case, the 6-year-old daughter Tiffany Eunick was murdered, and 12-year-old Lionel Tate was put on trial for the crime. There are many layers to this case, making it complex. Nonetheless, the appeal court found that Tate's IQ was below normal for a child of his age and that he was entitled to a pre-trial competence hearing in accordance with Dusky v. U.S. (Dale, 2004). Juveniles who commit violent, serious crimes generally raise the issue of whether or not the juvenile fit with requirements for adult court. According to the analysis, most likely not. Reform has limited chance of succeeding during this crucial stage of the child's life because of the development of the brain, possible developmental problems during the crime or following release, and the possibility of victimization. Researchers seem interested in offering an integrated strategy wherein the crime is penalized but rehabilitation and improvements are available. Not only will the juvenile profit from this, but society is also trying to help these children by trying to provide them resources and lower their chances of being involved in crime again. References Dale, M.J. (2004). Making Sense of the Lionel Tate case. Nova Law Review , 28 (3), 1-12. https://nsuworks.nova.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1258&context=nlr Trulson, C.R., Craig, J.M., Caudill, J.W., & DeLisi, M. (2020). The Impact of Adult Prison Transfer on the Recidivism Outcomes of Blended-Sentenced Juvenile Delinquents. Crime & Delinquency, 66(6/7), 887- 914. https://doi.org/10.1177/0011128720911640 s

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