Citation

Lundman RJ. Crime Delinq. 1976; 22(4): 428-437.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1976, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/001112877602200404

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

This paper describes diversion from the juvenile justice system, among the newest of the strategies adopted to prevent and control delinquent behavior; specifies the sociological origins of diversion programs, with special attention to the symbolic interactionist tradition, labeling theory, and labeling research; and considers certain problems and implications of diversion programs. The essential conclusion drawn is that diversion will probably not reduce recidivism or correct existing abuses.