Adults Quote by Julia Lathrop
“... the growing child must not be treated by those rigid rules of criminal procedure which confessedly fail to prevent offenses on the part of adults or cure adult offenders.”
About This Quote
Source Report: Child Welfare Reform, 1915
Children should not be judged by adult criminal standards that fail to protect or rehabilitate.
In simple terms: Children need age‑appropriate justice.
Advocate for juvenile‑specific legal protections.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- court sentencing
- school discipline
- family services
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives better serve young offenders?
- How can society balance safety and rehabilitation?
Adult systems may not suit children’s needs.