Juvenile Offenders
Juvenile offenders require specialized approaches within the correctional system to address their unique needs and promote rehabilitation. This directory offers articles and resources on managing and supporting juvenile offenders, including education programs, counseling, and legal considerations. Understanding the distinct challenges of working with juvenile offenders is essential for fostering positive outcomes and reducing recidivism. For related topics, explore our section on Youth Rehabilitation Programs.
The CO was beaten from behind by an inmate who manipulated his cell door lock
In the latest incident, a group of six juveniles attacked a staff member, creating an opening for a young man to take the staff member’s keys and then scale a fence
Despite a substantial funding hike, enduring staffing challenges persistent in the state’s juvenile justice system
The 17-year-old inmate says mental illness should exempt him from prison after punching counselor Corey Proulx several times, causing him to fall and hit his head
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson’s budget proposal targets staffing and security upgrades amid ongoing concerns at Green Hill and Echo Glen
A Marion County grand jury urges urgent reforms at MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility, citing safety risks for both youth and staff
Former and current employees cite poor support, lack of training and 16-hour shifts as contributing factors to escalating safety issues
The Justice Department is reviewing Colorado’s handling of medical care, youth detainee nutrition and gender housing policies
Court testimony reveals that youth are again urinating in bags and gloves due to inadequate overnight staffing at Barry J. Nidorf
Veteran CO Michael Dempsey, a veteran CO and court-appointed monitor, described a culture of fear, chronic absenteeism and untrained staff in testimony on L.A. County’s juvenile justice failures
Two now-deceased staff members are accused of grooming and sexually assaulting youth in custody at Spokane County Juvenile Detention Center
Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake met dozens of court-ordered reforms years after allegations of excessive force and abuse
Probation officials transferred 39 detainees to Barry J. Nidorf without required reinspection or clearance from regulators
The 19-year-old had previously pleaded guilty to custodial assault and harassment in two separate 2024 incidents at Green Hill School
The rookie officer, fired for threatening a youth, says long hours and limited supervision left her unprepared
All three juveniles were taken back into custody after fleeing Long Creek Youth Development Center and prompting a multi-agency manhunt
Corey Proulx died after being punched by a then-16-year-old inmate and striking his head on the pavement
During a visit to Barry J. Nidorf Juvenile Hall, the woman attempted to smuggle over 30 pills that contained fentanyl, DA Nathan Hochman said
At least 17 times over 90 days from March through May, teen-aged boys held at the Adair Regional Juvenile Detention Center requested voluntary protective custody
Officials say the “extraordinary step” is necessary because the county has failed to comply with a court order requiring sweeping reforms.
The county will consider restricting items allowed in Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall and Barry J. Nidorf and ending contracts after a tutor was caught with nearly 200 pills
Records showed the agency failed to review investigations into an estimated 3,000 abuse complaints spanning seven years
WWE legend Scotty 2 Hotty joined Long Creek Program Worker Justin “Ace” Romero to inspire incarcerated youth through wrestling, mentorship and redemption
L.A. County must reduce the population and pass state inspection to avoid full closure of the embattled juvenile facility
Researchers say untreated addiction in the home heightens risks for kids and calls for earlier intervention
The Jonathan Delagrave Youth Center uses natural light, family-style spaces and therapy to reshape juvenile detention
The Department of Juvenile Justice says a toxic workplace culture at Mayfield enabled sexual activity while COs were on duty and youth fights hidden from cameras and supervisors
Narcan was deployed after a large quantity of Xanax was discovered inside the facility, which state officials have deemed unfit to house juveniles
The Lewis County Juvenile Detention Center officers endured a 10-minute assault while stopping a murder suspect from escaping the facility
