Because 15-year-old Gerry Gault fought for his rights, every teenager in the United States has specific rights when arrested and charged with a crime. This book describes In re Gault and other precedent-setting cases that reveal the power of social action and prove that even teens can change the law.

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Because 15-year-old Gerry Gault fought for his rights, every teenager in the United States has specific rights when arrested and charged with a crime. This book describes In re Gault and other precedent-setting cases that reveal the power of social action and prove that even teens can change the law.

March 2006

ISBN: 9781575428291