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SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Why 13-year-old accused of fatal stabbing at Santana Row won't be charged as adult

David Gutierrez's family seeks justice for his death, calling for adult consequences for a 13-year-old suspect despite California law prohibiting adult charges for that age.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | 14-year-old gang member accused of killing Newark detective will be charged as an adult

A 14-year-old gang member will be charged as an adult for the murder of Detective Joseph Azcona in Newark.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Why 13-year-old accused of fatal stabbing at Santana Row won't be charged as adult

David Gutierrez's family seeks justice for his death, calling for adult consequences for a 13-year-old suspect despite California law prohibiting adult charges for that age.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | 14-year-old gang member accused of killing Newark detective will be charged as an adult

A 14-year-old gang member will be charged as an adult for the murder of Detective Joseph Azcona in Newark.
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#manslaughter
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
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Girl who pleaded guilty to manslaughter in fatal swarming attack sentenced to probation | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto startup

Girl who pleaded guilty to manslaughter in fatal swarming attack sentenced to probation | CBC News

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#sexual-abuse
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
NYC parents

Female shrink known as 'Big Foot' was serial molester who asked teen victims if they liked 'big boobs': Court docs

fromsilive
2 weeks ago
US news

Counselor admits to sex crimes at juvenile N.Y. detention center; S.I. man says he was raped 30 times

fromNew York Post
3 months ago
NYC parents

Female shrink known as 'Big Foot' was serial molester who asked teen victims if they liked 'big boobs': Court docs

fromsilive
2 weeks ago
US news

Counselor admits to sex crimes at juvenile N.Y. detention center; S.I. man says he was raped 30 times

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#murder
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Upstate NY teen allegedly murdered girlfriend, 14, when she told him she was pregnant

Teen charged with murdering girlfriend after she revealed pregnancy; he allegedly wanted nothing to do with the baby.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Upstate NY teen allegedly murdered girlfriend, 14, when she told him she was pregnant

Teen charged with murdering girlfriend after she revealed pregnancy; he allegedly wanted nothing to do with the baby.
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#restorative-justice
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

D.C. teens in need of rehabilitation wait months in a detention center

Washington's juvenile justice agency's reform efforts have failed to address rising youth crime and provide timely treatment.
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Letters: Juvenile justice reform is the key to saving youths

Juvenile justice reform is critical for healing rather than punishing youth, promoting restorative justice to guide them towards accountability and future success.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

D.C. teens in need of rehabilitation wait months in a detention center

Washington's juvenile justice agency's reform efforts have failed to address rising youth crime and provide timely treatment.
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Letters: Juvenile justice reform is the key to saving youths

Juvenile justice reform is critical for healing rather than punishing youth, promoting restorative justice to guide them towards accountability and future success.
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#mental-health
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#crime
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

D.C. juvenile court's reliance on ankle monitors had deadly outcomes

D.C. juvenile court monitoring system for at-risk youth is flawed and has led to serious consequences.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Pint-sized punk busted in Times Square cop beatdown is suspected ringleader of Central Park migrant robbery crew

A 12-year-old migrant is believed to lead a robbery crew in NYC, raising concerns about the juvenile justice system's handling of young offenders.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
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Fox's Maria Bartiromo Presses GOP Senator About High Crime Rate in Her State: What Are You Doing to Clean it Up?'

US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

D.C. juvenile court's reliance on ankle monitors had deadly outcomes

D.C. juvenile court monitoring system for at-risk youth is flawed and has led to serious consequences.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Pint-sized punk busted in Times Square cop beatdown is suspected ringleader of Central Park migrant robbery crew

A 12-year-old migrant is believed to lead a robbery crew in NYC, raising concerns about the juvenile justice system's handling of young offenders.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Fox's Maria Bartiromo Presses GOP Senator About High Crime Rate in Her State: What Are You Doing to Clean it Up?'

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#youth-violence
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

At least 20 L.A. County probation officers face criminal indictment, sources say

At least 20 L.A. County probation officers face criminal charges related to a serious incident at Los Padrinos juvenile hall.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

At least 20 L.A. County probation officers face criminal indictment, sources say

At least 20 L.A. County probation officers face criminal charges related to a serious incident at Los Padrinos juvenile hall.
more#youth-violence
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Young offenders are often denied credit for "dead time" behind bars

Juvenile detention often results in 'dead time' where minors do not receive credit towards their sentence, worsening their incarceration experience.
#settlement
Los Angeles
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Los Angeles County Plans to Pay $4 Billion to Settle Sex Abuse Claims

Los Angeles County will pay $4 billion to settle longstanding sexual abuse claims in juvenile detention and foster care systems.
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

LA sexual abuse victims say $4bn deal cannot undo decades of mistreatment

A $4 billion settlement has been approved for abuse victims in LA juvenile facilities, the largest of its kind in US history.
Los Angeles
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Los Angeles County Plans to Pay $4 Billion to Settle Sex Abuse Claims

Los Angeles County will pay $4 billion to settle longstanding sexual abuse claims in juvenile detention and foster care systems.
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

LA sexual abuse victims say $4bn deal cannot undo decades of mistreatment

A $4 billion settlement has been approved for abuse victims in LA juvenile facilities, the largest of its kind in US history.
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#california
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

30 Officers Charged With Allowing Gladiator Fights' at Youth Detention Center

Thirty officers charged for encouraging gladiator-style fights among juveniles at a California detention center.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

30 Officers Charged With Allowing Gladiator Fights' at Youth Detention Center

Thirty officers charged for encouraging gladiator-style fights among juveniles at a California detention center.
US news
fromWashington Post
4 months ago

Guards at juvenile hall charged with orchestrating 'gladiator fights'

Thirty officers are charged with child endangerment for allowing fights among teens at a Los Angeles juvenile hall.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Thought I was going to die': Youth, whistleblower describe officer violence in two California juvenile halls

The article reveals serious allegations of abuse and neglect at the East Mesa Juvenile Detention Facility, highlighting systemic issues within the juvenile justice system.
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#los-angeles
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

30 L.A. County probation officers indicted over 'gladiator fights' at juvenile halls

Thirty probation officers indicted for allowing juvenile fights and child abuse in L.A. County juvenile halls.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

30 L.A. County probation officers indicted over 'gladiator fights' at juvenile halls

Thirty probation officers indicted for allowing juvenile fights and child abuse in L.A. County juvenile halls.
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#criminal-justice
NYC parents
fromBrownstoner
3 months ago

City's Youth Lockups Fail Vulnerable Detainees, Audit Finds

The state comptroller's report highlights severe operational issues within New York City's juvenile detention centers. Improvement is necessary.
NYC parents
fromBrownstoner
3 months ago

City's Youth Lockups Fail Vulnerable Detainees, Audit Finds

The state comptroller's report highlights severe operational issues within New York City's juvenile detention centers. Improvement is necessary.
more#criminal-justice
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

A profound tragedy': Teens sentenced in Bronx for killing 11-year-old Kyhara Tay with stray bullet during shootout | amNewYork

A mother mourns the loss of her daughter Kyhara Tay, who was killed by two teenagers during a shootout designed for another target.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

L.A. County judge moves toward shuttering troubled Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall

"The Probation Department's chaos creates dangerous ripple effects on our youth's safety. Time and again, in report after report, we've seen neglect, mismanagement, and abuse, all while officials insist that change is coming."
Los Angeles
Everyday cooking
fromKqed
3 months ago

'You're Not Alone': An LA County Youth Commissioner and Child Sexual Abuse Survivor Fights for Change | KQED

Pursuing passions and supporting others can transform personal struggles into empowering journeys.
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fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Karmelo Anthony allowed to walk free on $250K bond, house arrest in stabbing death of Austin Metcalf

Karmelo Anthony's bond was reduced to $250,000, allowing him to await trial at home after allegedly stabbing another teen to death.
#law-enforcement
Los Angeles
fromsfist.com
4 months ago

Thirty Probation Officers Accused of Facilitating Gladiator Fights At LA County Juvenile Detention Facility

Juvenile detention officers allegedly facilitated gladiator-style fights between youths, leading to severe legal implications.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 Chicago
4 months ago

30 detention officers face charges over 'gladiator fights' among youth at SoCal juvenile hall

Detention officers in LA County charged for facilitating fights among youth detainees, prompting investigations and accountability measures.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

California law gives youth with criminal records a clean slate. Does it also prevent oversight of juvenile detention?

California youth confidentiality laws hinder oversight of law enforcement misconduct investigations.
Los Angeles
fromsfist.com
4 months ago

Thirty Probation Officers Accused of Facilitating Gladiator Fights At LA County Juvenile Detention Facility

Juvenile detention officers allegedly facilitated gladiator-style fights between youths, leading to severe legal implications.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 Chicago
4 months ago

30 detention officers face charges over 'gladiator fights' among youth at SoCal juvenile hall

Detention officers in LA County charged for facilitating fights among youth detainees, prompting investigations and accountability measures.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

California law gives youth with criminal records a clean slate. Does it also prevent oversight of juvenile detention?

California youth confidentiality laws hinder oversight of law enforcement misconduct investigations.
more#law-enforcement
fromMission Local
3 months ago

At-risk youth run this Bayview nonprofit restaurant where they "find their spark"

Old Skool Cafe empowers at-risk youth by providing job training, life skills, and financial literacy, contrasting with harsher juvenile justice policies aimed at prosecuting more children as adults.
NYC startup
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

The UK's grooming gang' scandal is about race, class and misogyny

Grooming gangs target vulnerable young girls, overlooked by authorities who judge rather than help victims.
#legal-proceedings
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 months ago

Crown to make closing submissions at trial of teen accused in swarming death of Toronto man | CBC News

Prosecutors are concluding their case against a 14-year-old girl accused of fatally stabbing a homeless man, which she denies.
SF parents
fromwww.thereporter.com
4 months ago

Ex-Bay Area high school teacher pleads no contest to numerous child sex crimes involving students

Former teacher JohnPaul Cagandahan Acac pleaded no contest to multiple sex crimes involving minors, resulting in immediate guilty findings.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 months ago

Crown to make closing submissions at trial of teen accused in swarming death of Toronto man | CBC News

Prosecutors are concluding their case against a 14-year-old girl accused of fatally stabbing a homeless man, which she denies.
SF parents
fromwww.thereporter.com
4 months ago

Ex-Bay Area high school teacher pleads no contest to numerous child sex crimes involving students

Former teacher JohnPaul Cagandahan Acac pleaded no contest to multiple sex crimes involving minors, resulting in immediate guilty findings.
more#legal-proceedings
#criminal-law
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Exclusive | Alleged 14-year-old cop killer can't be tried as adult in NJ - handing him all sorts of perks: expert

A 14-year-old accused of killing a cop in New Jersey is not tried as an adult, leading to significantly reduced potential penalties.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Exclusive | Alleged 14-year-old cop killer can't be tried as adult in NJ - handing him all sorts of perks: expert

A 14-year-old accused of killing a cop in New Jersey is not tried as an adult, leading to significantly reduced potential penalties.
more#criminal-law
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

'It's a very, very sore point for us' - Cameron Blair's father on his murderer remaining anonymous

Mr. Blair suggested that the legal system favors criminals, emphasizing the injustice his family faces as they bear the public scrutiny while the perpetrator remains anonymous.
UK news
NYC parents
fromMission Local
4 months ago

S.F. DA Jenkins wants to try more children as adults in 'switch' from campaign pledge

Brooke Jenkins has broadened the criteria for prosecuting juveniles as adults in San Francisco, reflecting a shift in her earlier campaign promises.
#public-safety
SF parents
fromThe Mercury News
4 months ago

Concerns about California's SB 1391 raised after jury verdict in Santa Cruz rape and murder case

Adrian Gonzalez poses a continued threat to the public, prompting calls for legal reform regarding juvenile offenders.
fromwww.santacruzsentinel.com
8 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trial set to start to determine detention extension for Maddy Middleton's killer

Adrian Gonzalez's trial for potential release raises public safety concerns due to his past offenses against Madyson Middleton.
fromsfist.com
4 months ago
SF parents

Man Who Killed Maddy Middleton When He Was a Teenager Denied Parole By Jury

Adrian Gonzalez remains imprisoned after a jury ruled he poses a potential threat to public safety, despite previously pleading guilty to murder.
SF parents
fromThe Mercury News
4 months ago

Concerns about California's SB 1391 raised after jury verdict in Santa Cruz rape and murder case

Adrian Gonzalez poses a continued threat to the public, prompting calls for legal reform regarding juvenile offenders.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Oakland police catch two juveniles accused of helping steal scooter ahead of deadly late-December shooting

Police officials announced on Thursday the arrests of two boys, ages 13 and 11, in connection to a scooter robbery that led to a fatal shooting.
New York City
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fromBoston.com
6 months ago

White teen pleads guilty to trying to drown Black youth at Chatham pond in 2023

A white teen pleaded guilty to attempting to drown a Black boy in a racially charged attack, facing potential sentencing as an adult.
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