You have been appointed three key roles in the juvenile justice system: Judge, Juvenile Police Officer, and Probation Officer. Today in court this case was presented.

• Charlie is a 10-year-old boy who has been charged with several counts of shoplifting at a local convenient store.

• Charlie was caught by a juvenile police officer.

• The total of his stolen items was over $100.

• This is the first time he has been in juvenile court.

In juvenile court this case needs to be investigated further before assigning a disposition. To make the best decision for this child the professionals involved must work together.

Write an essay answering the following questions.

• What are the roles of these three key players in the juvenile system?

• How will they work together to ensure this child gets the best possible outcome?

• Compare and contrast how these roles are similar and different in the juvenile process.

• Determine a final outcome for the case based on the information you have gathered.