Race is ______ factor in the juvenile justice systems not only for blacks but also for Latino and American Indian youth.

A) not a relevant
B) a minor relevant
C) a moderately relevant
D) is a relevant

Race is a relevant factor in the juvenile justice systems not only for blacks but also for Latino and American Indian youth. Research has consistently shown that youth of color are overrepresented at all stages of the juvenile justice system, including arrest, detention, adjudication, and commitment. This suggests that race plays a significant role in how these youth are treated within the system.