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quiz 2 cj
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Direct file / prosecutorial waiver
DEFINITION
is another mechanism (not purely judicial) where prosecutors have discretion to file in adult court without going through juvenile court.
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A perfect defense
DEFINITION
is one that, if accepted by the court, leads to acquittal (i.e. no criminal liability).
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imperfect defense
DEFINITION
might reduce the degree of liability (e.g. mitigation) but doesnโt completely excuse the defendant.
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Justification defenses
DEFINITION
The act was socially acceptable or warranted (e.g. self-defense, necessity).
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Excuse defenses
DEFINITION
The actor is forgiven due to some personal condition (e.g. insanity, duress).
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Statutory exclusion (or legislative exclusion) is separate
DEFINITION
in that case, certain offenses are automatically excluded from juvenile court (i.e. start in adult court). That is not the same as mandatory waiver, though in effect it forces adult court jurisdiction.
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Direct file / prosecutorial waiver
DEFINITION
another mechanism (not purely judicial) where prosecutors have discretion to file in adult court without going through juvenile court.
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Reverse waiver / decertification
DEFINITION
typically is available in jurisdictions that have adult court jurisdiction for certain youth but provide a safety valve for judicial review to send the case back to juvenile jurisdiction.
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