A judge ruled against immediate closure of Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall, disallowing the state’s order for shutdown due to insufficient staffing. With no viable alternatives for the approximately 230 youths, many with serious charges, the court hesitated. Despite repeated demands for safe conditions and adequate staffing, Probation Department workers report feeling unsafe. The county argues that closing the hall would only escalate chaos, as neighboring facilities are unwilling to accommodate the youth, echoing issues faced in previously closed facilities.
Superior Court Judge Miguel Espinoza stated that closing Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall would be an 'experiment' on the youths, lacking safe alternatives for their placement.
The Los Angeles County Probation Department staff expressed concerns for their safety; this fear has compounded the dangerous conditions affecting the youth in custody.
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