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title: Examining predictors of recidivism for youth at first contact with the juvenile justice system
description: Peer, Substance Use, and Race-Related Factors Associated with Recidivism among First-Time Justice-Involved Youth
---

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# [Examining predictors of recidivism for youth at first contact with the juvenile justice system](https://paloaltou.edu/resources/translating-research-into-practice-blog/examining-predictors-of-recidivism-for-youth-at-first-contact-with-the-juvenile-justice-system)

 Written by [Amanda Beltrani](https://paloaltou.edu/resources/translating-research-into-practice-blog/author/amanda-beltrani) | Sep 29, 2022 11:54:42 PM

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