Juvenile crime has been a growing concern in society.“Many JLWOP offenders are repeated violent offenders and many have killed multiple people.”( Jennifer Jenkins)While some argue that minors should be treated differently than adults, others believe that juveniles who commit serious crimes should be charged as adults. Juvenile crime has become a controversial issue as many incidents of minors committing violent and serious offenses continue to increase. While the juvenile system is designed to rehabilitate young offenders, some believe that this is not enough for those that engage in serious criminal activities. In such cases, they argue that juveniles commit serious criminal activities. The opinion that juveniles should be charged as adults for their crimes is correct to bring an end to the rise of crime.
One reason for this argument is that minors who engage in serious crimes pose a significant risk to society. These juveniles are often involved in violent and dangerous activities that threaten the safety of others, and they may continue to engage in criminal behavior if they are not held accountable for their actions. “The propaganda campaign by the well-funded juvenile advocates attempts to paint a different picture. Consistently, they don’t talk about the facts of the crimes,
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“The nationwide campaign to end JLWOP has spent millions of dollars advocating for these convicted murderers to be set free. Not a dime has been allocated for victim outreach or support.” ( Jennifer Jenkins) The harsh consequences that come with adult charges, such as long prison sentences and criminal records, can act as a warning to other juveniles that those actions have serious consequences. Furthermore, this approach can signal to society that juveniles who engage in serious crimes won't be treated leniently, which can help reduce overall crime