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This paper addresses the issue that it is believed that there is no racism in the criminal justice system. This is a debate paper taking the opposing side of the issue. As evidence the paper offers research regarding the juvenile justice system, the drug arrests in the United States, the death penalty, and the rate of juvenile transfers to adult court.

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"The theory exists that the United States criminal justice system is one in which offenders can be tried with absolute impartiality in regard to race. Most Americans attest that the strength of our laws will protect each individual, and that racial discrimination in the courts and jails is a thing of the past. However, this concern within our criminal justice system does exist, and it begins when juveniles are tried in criminal courts as adults. Juveniles A current legislative battle exists with regard to juveniles who are tried and convicted as adults in the United States (Males & Macallair, 2005, p.1). This issue has gained in importance throughout the criminal justice system because while this legislation has a direct affect on minors, it also has created a surge of discriminatory practices within the courts, (Males & Macallair, 2005, p.1)."

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