Juvenile

Landmark Verdict: Victim of Sexual Abuse by County Juvenile Shelter Worker Receives $750K Compensation

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PATERSON, New Jersey – In a recent verdict, a jury awarded $750,000 to a man who was sexually abused by a worker at a county juvenile shelter. The victim came forward with his story and sought justice through the legal system. The abuse, which happened at an unnamed county juvenile shelter, took a toll on the victim’s mental and emotional well-being. During the trial, the victim testified about the traumatic experience and its lasting impact on his life. The jury recognized the severity of the abuse and delivered a verdict that aims to provide some … Read more

La Salle County Grand Jury Reveals Shocking Insights on Juvenile Marriage in 2024

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MARSEILLES, Illinois – A grand jury in La Salle County has reached a decision on various cases during its session held on March 26, 2024. The jury, made up of citizens from the local area, reviewed evidence and testimony before making determinations on the matters at hand. The grand jury’s role is to assess whether there is enough evidence to proceed with criminal charges against the accused individuals. Among the cases considered by the grand jury was that of a burglary in a residential area. After examining the evidence, the jury concluded that there was … Read more

Juvenile Inmate Files Civil Rights Lawsuit Over Alleged Sexual Abuse at MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility

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SALEM, Ore. – A man who was incarcerated as a juvenile in Oregon has filed a civil rights lawsuit alleging sexual abuse at the MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility in Woodburn. The lawsuit specifically names former Oregon Youth Authority drug counselor Emily Echtenkamp, who is already facing charges of sexual misconduct related to the alleged abuse. The lawsuit also accuses five other employees of turning a blind eye to the abuse. According to the man’s lawyer, Norah Van Dusen, the allegations assert that Echtenkamp engaged in sexual abuse while the man was in custody, and that … Read more

Maryland State’s Attorneys Rally for Reform of Juvenile Justice Laws, Urging Action to Address Youth Offenses

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ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — State’s Attorneys from across Maryland are urging lawmakers to provide relief from the state’s reform laws, which they argue have proven crippling since their passage two years ago. The plea comes as supporters of a new bill designed to reform the juvenile justice system make their case before Maryland’s Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee. The proposed legislation would enable the prosecution of juveniles under 13 for specific firearm offenses, third degree sexual abuse, animal abuse, and vehicle theft. Currently, those under 13 cannot be prosecuted for non-violent offenses. Baltimore County State’s Attorney … Read more