청소년범죄 유형에 따른 발생추이 분석(2001~2010년)

An Analysis of Occurrence Trends According to the Types of Juvenile Delinquency(2001~2010)

In order to search for a solution to decrease the crime rate and recidivism of the youth, the purpose of this study is to analyze the occurrence trends and the characteristics of juvenile delinquency. According to the revised Juvenile Act of 2008, juvenile crime is defined as crime committed by those under the age of 19. Thus, the subjects of this study are juveniles from ages 12 to 19. The method of this study is based on literature reviews and the analytical investigation of public statistical data such as Crime Analysis , Youth White Paper and Crime White Paper . The results of this study show that there is a growing trend in juvenile crime since 2006. In 2010 the age group which displayed the highest crime rate (24.4%) was the 16 year olds. According to the crime types, property crime (45.1%) occurred most frequently followed by crimes of violence (25.9%), traffic offenses (15.4%), felonies (3.4%), and copyright infringement crime (0.3%). Observing the educational levels of the perpetrators juvenile crimes, youth with high school diplomas ranked the highest since 2006. In 2010, the causes of crime are accidental (28.6%), cupidity (20.1%), and curiosity (12.1%)； these are closely related to the sensitive susceptibility of the youths. Female juvenile delinquents also showed a growing trend, from 15.2% in 2006 to 19.3% in 2010. To decrease the juvenile crime rate, a nationwide integrated program needs to be developed and administered. Also, professionally specialized counselors should be situated in regional communities. Moreover, to improve relationships with parents, family therapy is essential and appropriate measures are necessary for adjustments at schools. Above all, to decrease the juveniles recidivism rate, multiple correction and regeneration programs targeting the youth have to be prepared in various dimensions.