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I got Arrested! Now What? The Center for Urban Pedagogy clarifies the juvenile justice system

By Core Jr - June 24, 2010

in Object Culture

The latest poster from the Center for Urban Pedagogy's Making Policy Public series elucidates the juvenile justice system in one easy-to-read graphic novel that follows "the story of Chris from his arrest to the last gavel slam." The publication aims to help youths understand that being arrested doesn't have to ruin their life, taking them through the system step-by-step and pointing out key decision-makers and crucial tips. The project is a collaboration between the Center for Court Innovation, the Youth Justice Board, and graphic novelist Danica Novgorodoff.

Some photos here, or you can download the full pdf or buy the printed poster at the CUP's website.

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Zach W.

14 years ago

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Yeah, you say that now "F*CK THA PO-LICE!!" until your apartment gets broken into. You'd rather have an entire generation of kids grow up being taught not to trust police because they never help you.
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tudza

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I don't know Heather, the death penalty doesn't seem to cut down on murder according to all the studies I've read about.

Most important thing to tell the kids is don't talk to the police. Say nothing. It will never ever help you.
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Lisa Smith

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Getting arrested, being convicted and facing a sentence should be enough of a deterrent. The juvenile justice system should rehabilitate, and the notion that it would or should ruin your life forever goes against this. Kids make mistakes, but should feel empowered to face them.
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Heather R.

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Comics are an effective way to reach kids, but I'm not sure I can get behind the "Getting arrested doesn't have to ruin your life" message. Of course it's important to educate juveniles and adults alike about their rights within the justice system, but isn't the threat that it could ruin your life exactly what keeps most kids out of trouble?
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