THE VICIOUS CIRCLE-overview

Crime has been at a constant increase. Involving certain minorities, mostly Latinos and African Americans. These minorities, in addition to some Caucasian, have been over-crowding the prisons more and more as time goes on. Secondary deviance is a main component in The Vicious Circle, in which drugs have factored into many lives of our youth. It has become a nasty habit among criminals occurring more frequently among prosecuted teens. They have participated in the drug business, dealing and even using drugs have been a habit in many young teens ranging from age 15-17. Since these criminals are minors, they are automatically charged as an adult, if they sell drugs in the proximity of a school or public housing unit. Once the prisoners turn 18, they are transferred to adult facilities. There, their behavior is controlled and reshaped into less deviant individuals, some may succeed others don't. This article has proven the fact the there has been a rise in criminal activity among deviant teens. There needs to be something done in order to face this problem. Counseling, education, and paying the time for the crime are the actions America need to act upon. Counseling will allow troubled teens to talk to someone about their problems. Education will help students face moral values. And finally, prison time helps recreate criminals mental stability and prevent crime to occur in the future.