Corrections Headlines

Juveniles face dangers when they do time in adult jails

For thousands of teens accused of crimes, punishment precedes any conviction in court.

While awaiting trial and ostensibly presumed innocent, they can be held for months or even years in county jails for — and sometimes with — adult suspects.

Federal law aims to shield youths from extended detention and from physical or psychological abuse by adult inmates...

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