News & Commentary about Juvenile Justice
Youth are still developing, so as a result society treats kids and adults differently in several contexts, such as driving and serving in the military. Yet in the criminal justice system, we treat youth as adults.
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Mar 12, 2010
Bob Herbert: 鈥楾he Mistreatment of Students by NYPD Demands Attention鈥�
Feb 17, 2010
Suicidal, in Solitary, and 17
Jan 21, 2010
Handcuffs in Middle Schools, A Shock to the Conscience
Jan 18, 2010
Because He Dreamed
Jan 12, 2010
High School Grad Can't Read His Diploma
Dec 29, 2009
17鈥nd in Solitary
Dec 17, 2009
A Good Day for Juvenile Justice Reform in Congress
Dec 4, 2009
Keep Pennsylvania Kids in School
Dec 3, 2009
Teach (and Treat) Our Children Well
Dec 2, 2009
Congress 鈥� Finally Getting Smart on Crime