Date of Award
5-2005
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
M.A.
Degree Program
Sociology
Department
Sociology
Major Professor
Seydlitz, Ruth
Second Advisor
Gunter, Valerie
Third Advisor
Baxter, Vern
Abstract
Research suggests that decision-makers often use demographic characteristics for the purpose of influencing the sanctioning strategy allocated. The research study examines the extent to which the sanctioning strategies allocated are influenced by race and gender. The research is based on data gathered from Jefferson Parish Juvenile Services Department of Probation used to examine how race and gender influence juvenile sanctioning strategy allocation. The results from the discriminant analysis offers support for the argument that due to stereotypical perceptions on the part of decision makers, members of minority groups, in particular females may receive differential treatment than their white male counterparts. Implications of the results, as well as suggestions for future research are discussed.
Recommended Citation
Varnado, Chantrelle, "Race and Gender Differences in Two Sanctioning Strategies for Juvenile Offenders" (2005). University of New Orleans Theses and Dissertations. 220.
https://scholarworks.uno.edu/td/220
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