Dr. Jean Trépanier

Biography

Jean Trépanier is a Professor Emeritus at the Université de Montréal, specializing in criminology and the history of juvenile justice. His research explicitly explores the historical context and institutional dynamics of juvenile delinquency in Montreal, particularly focusing on how minor offenders were treated within the penal system. Over the years, he has supervised numerous graduate theses addressing various aspects of youth crime and justice, including the judicial procedures for young girls and the impact of societal factors on juvenile delinquency. Trépanier has led several significant research projects, including the Centre international de criminologie comparée (CICC), aimed at understanding the complexities of juvenile justice across cultural contexts. His expertise encompasses a range of critical themes in criminology such as the social impacts of crime, delinquency, and the historical evolution of legal frameworks governing youth offenders. Additionally, he has contributed to interdisciplinary discussions on topics such as migration, cultural exchanges, and the socio-political factors affecting marginalized populations, particularly in relation to juvenile justice systems.

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