America needs serious reform in the juvenile justice system, according to Francis Guzman, a former youth offender turned youth-advocate attorney. “At … [Read more...]

Juveniles have the same right to reduced sentences as adults under Proposition 47, a three-judge state court has ruled. The ruling came in the case of … [Read more...]

Incarcerated juvenile offenders are in great need of high-quality education, a federal report says. “Providing youths with quality educational … [Read more...]

Florida juvenile offenders could get second and third chances to avoid arrest under legislation that took effect in October. The new law provides for … [Read more...]

November is designated as National Runaway Prevention Month to highlight the struggles of homeless youth. Each year, between 1.6- and 2.8-million … [Read more...]

Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner has signed legislation limiting the transfer of certain juveniles into adult court. TRANSFERS The measure ends automatic … [Read more...]

Two Philadelphia attorneys are taking innovative approaches to assist youth offenders who are referred to adult court. Lauren Fine and Joanna Visser … [Read more...]

Despite Raise the Age legislation failing to reach his desk, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo made an executive order to move 16- and 17-year-olds held in … [Read more...]

Gov. Brown signed SB 261 into law on Oct. 3,2015. What is this about? In 2014, a new law was enacted: “SB 260,” also called “Youth Offender Parole.” … [Read more...]