Jack Daniels And Other Juveniles example essay topic

The Juvenile Division of the Circuit Court The City of CorrectionsvillePredisposition Report In the Interests of: Jack James Daniels Presiding Judge: Honourable Judge Judy Birthdate: 07-7-84 Date of the report: 03-15-02 Juvenile Officer: Lisa MocolPrevious Police and / or Court history: On Febuary 25, 1998, Jack Daniels was found in the intersection of Madison Avenue and Sixth Street throwing snowballs at cars. He was accompanied by other children from his neighborhood. Officer Jim Bob noticed the incident while patrolling the area and stopped the juveniles. He demanded all of the juveniles to go directly home. He warned the individuals that if he ever witnessed them engaging in similar activity, he would have to petition them. Jack went directly home and was not petitioned for this or any similar offense.

On June 4, 2000, Jack Daniels was found at a party with alcohol on his breath. The juvenile complied with authorities and was escorted by Officer Bill Otto to the Blue Earth County Law Enforcement Center. Officer Otto called the juvenile's parents and they agreed to take the juvenile into their custody. The juvenile was petitioned for underage consumption once his parents arrived. The respondent was ordered to complete a diversion program including: 20 hours of community service, attend an alcohol awareness class, and complete a paper on the affects of alcohol on the body. He completed all of the above successfully and on time.

Reason for Hearing: On October 16, 2001, Jack Daniels and other juveniles were reported to the authorities. At approximately 10: 30 p.m. on the evening stated, a 911 call was placed by a gas station attendant who said that four young males were fighting in the parking lot of the Texaco gas station. Officers Cari Pepper and Leon Hoppe arrived at the scene and found Daniels another individual. The police officers apprehended all of the juveniles and escorted them to the to the Blue Earth County Law Enforcement Center. The officers noted that Jack was upset and disturbed by the incident. Jack and a friend, Johnny Walker, did not sustain any major injuries, only cuts and bruises.

Gaylord Focker did, however, suffer multiple wounds, including several bruises, scrapes, and cuts. Gaylord Focker was admitted to Immanuel St. Joseph's Hospital with a minor concussion, but was released a few hours later. Focker's friend Brad Kraus was also present at the scene. He also sustained minor cuts and bruises. The juveniles were all released to their parents after they answered questions at the Blue Earth County Law Enforcement Center. Collateral Contacts: Parents~Bruce and Diane Daniels Brother~Charlie Daniels Teachers~Miss Tonya Fergusson (health), Mr. David Hannibal (social studies), and Mr. Gary Alfonso (gym) Girlfriend~Joanne Pucker High school counselor~Mr. Donald Monson Hockey coach~Mr. Winslow Washington Contacts with Other Agencies: Mankato Central High School Family History: Home~Jack resides with his parents and younger brother at 193 Chestnut Street in Mankato, Minnesota.

The house is located in a new subdivision and looks well maintained inside and out. The home appears to have all the necessities, including an abundant food supply. Several family photos are found throughout the home. Overall, the environment seems safe and healthy. Father~Bruce is employed by Allied Data Company. He works from 8: 00 a.m. to 5: 00 p. m., Monday through Friday, with the exception of overtime.

Bruce graduated from the University of Minnesota @ Duluth with a business degree. Mother~ Mary is employed by Network Navigators in Mankato as a software engineer. She works 8: 30 a.m. to 4: 30 p. m., Monday through Friday. Mary graduated from the University of Minnesota @ Duluth with a degree in computer science. Parents' Attitude~Both feel that Jack is not a bad child.

Most of the time he is responsible. They are caring parents. They do agree action should be taken to enforce that fighting is not acceptable. The parents are willing to assist the juvenile with any assistance he may need to overcome this situation.

They have talked with the juvenile about the issue and have set limits on the juvenile's activities until his commitments to the court are completed. They know he is a teenager and teenagers make mistakes. They hope he is not punished too severely for this mistake. They do not see any future problems with the law concerning this juvenile. They encouraged Jack to apologize to the victims for the. Other Family Information: Jack has one younger brother, Charlie.

He is attending Mankato Central High School in Mankato. He has no police or court history. He is very close to Jack and believes that he is not a threat to society. Personal History: Early development~Jack was born in Mankato, Minnesota on July 7, 1984 to Bruce and Mary Daniels.

He experienced a normal childhood development with no complications. Health~Jack grew up a healthy boy with only the occasional common cold and flu, but no severe problems. He was admitted to the hospital for stitches once when he fell out of his tree house when he was 7. There were no other health issues. School~Jack attends Mankato Central High School. He is currently a junior and is doing well in class.

He has a 3.0 grade point average and is involved in sports. Employment~Jack is employed by Green Lawn in Mankato. He works 10 hours a week during hockey season and 20 hours a week during the off season. He likes his own job because he can have his own income. He has worked there for 5 months. Leisure Time Activities~Jack is a member of the hockey team at Mankato Central High School.

He enjoys the sport very much. He starts as a left wing. He takes his position on the line very seriously. Jack also enjoys spending time with his friends and watching sports on television. Jack also has a girlfriend he enjoys spending time with. General Attitude~Jack seems to be a responsible young man.

He is polite and treats his family with respect. He appears to be in good spirits and is caring of others. Jack is an active member in school and displays leadership. He has a good sense of humor and tries to make light of the situation by making jokes to hide his embarrassment when talking about the incident.

Child's Attitude~Jack thinks he has a positive attitude. He does not want to get in any more trouble because he fears it will risk his position as a starter on the hockey team. He also does not want his girlfriend to break off their relationship due to his mistakes. He is eager to complete any programs and wants to put this experience behind him. He said at the time of the offense, he was in the wrong place at the wrong time. He is remorseful and has already apologized in school to the victims of the incident.

Psychological or Psychiatric Evaluation: No psychological or psychiatric evaluation has been given, nor is needed. Summary and Evaluation: Jack Daniels was found assaulting another juvenile at a gas station on October 16, 2001. One victim was taken to the local hospital and treated for cuts, bruises and a minor concussion. Two other individuals were also involved in the incident, but sustained minor injuries. Jack has only one prior offense of underage consumption on June 4, 1999. He successfully completed the requirements of the diversion program given to him by the diversion officer.

He was also stopped by a police officer for throwing snowballs at cars on February 25, 1997. He was not petitioned for this incident. I think that the court should take into account the responsibility displayed by this juvenile. After speaking with the witnesses, I believe that he was not the only one to blame. Jack said he was pursued by the other juveniles.

Whether or not this is the case, the juvenile did apologize to the individual who suffered the concussion. I think that he acted before thinking. He was trying to protect himself and his friend. He is not typically violent and seems very caring.

I think the problem here was a violent act performed by a non-violent person. I recommend that the court put the juvenile on probation until his 18th birthday (almost 4 months). I think that the juvenile should complete 40 hours of community work service. I would like the juvenile to participate in a victim offender mediation to ensure the two juveniles will be able to coincide at the same school without more incidents. I am also asking that the juvenile obey all laws and report to his probation agent as directed. The juvenile is to pay a $50.00 community work service fee.

He is to reside wit his parents in their home. Alternative Plans: The juvenile should take an anger management class. I think that this should be recommended if the juvenile is feeling anger that he can not deal with. This should not be mandatory because he has only displayed this type of action once. Another possibility is to place the juvenile in a group home. I do think that this is unnecessary due to the positive environment at home.

Restitution: The juvenile should pay restitution in the amount of $675.00 to the Blue Cross Insurance Agency to reimburse them for hospital services for the victim. No other restitution is being requested. Plan: I suggest that the juvenile's disposition should include being put on probation until his 18th birthday (almost 4 months), 40 hours of community work service, participate in a victim / offender mediation or related restorative justice program, pay $50.00 for the community work service fee and pay restitution to the Blue Cross $675.00 for the hospital charges. The juvenile should obey all laws, report to his probation agent and follow the rules of his parents and continue to reside with them.

Respectfully submitted by: Lisa M. Mo col.