The Cleveland Police report youth arrests in 2023 were up 21% from the year prior, including a significant increase in violent crime and murder charges. With Marsy’s Law giving victims more rights and presence in the courtroom, tensions between parties are at an all-time high. Juvenile court hearings are often becoming more emotional for victims and juveniles alike. Judge Sweeney will share the purpose and goals of juvenile law, with a special examination of the role emotions play in the juvenile courtroom: What is remorse? If defendants show remorse, are they statistically less likely to offend again? How can victims and their families find closure?

The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session.

Join us – faculty, staff, students from all majors welcome!

In person and online!

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Online: Zoom ID 846 4586 0743
https://csuohio.zoom.us/s/84645860743