PLEASE ANSWE

Which statement correctly describes the rights of juveniles in Georgia’s juvenile justice system?

A. Juveniles have the right to go home with their parents.

B. Juveniles have the same rights as adults do when taken into custody.

C. Juveniles are not allowed legal representation.

D. Juveniles have no rights in the juvenile justice system.

B.

Explanation:

A Juvenile Court is the court where the criminal cases of those under 17 are heard and judged. The First Juvenile Court was instituted in 1911 in Fulton County, Georgia.

This was created for the crimes committed by under 17 children where they will be treated separately from the adults. The purpose of establishing a juvenile court was not to punish the children but to look at what can be best for them.

These courts have certain rights for juveniles such as they have the right to have a lawyer or attorney. They also have rights as adults whether to speak or remain silent during questioning session.

So, the correct answer from the given options is B.

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