Just For Teens
They Broke the Law—You Be the Judge
True Cases of Teen Crime
Thomas A. Jacobs, J.D.
Teens often hear about other teens who get into trouble with the law. But they’re
seldom asked what they think should happen next and why. A unique introduction to the
juvenile justice system, They Broke the Law—You Be
the Judge invites teens to preside over a variety of
real-life cases. They meet Adam, who makes a threat in school;
Erica, who assaults another student and uses marijuana; and more
young people who commit crimes and are caught. Like a judge,
readers learn each teen’s background, the relevant facts, and
the sentencing options available. After deciding on a sentence,
they find out what really happened—and where each offender is
today. Along the way, readers learn Judge Jacobs’ concerns about
each case, reflect on probing questions, and discover that they
can’t jump to conclusions.
Ages 12 & up
ORDER CODE: FS824B
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