Federal report slams record of putting youth in adult prison

By Susan Ferriss

A new federal report recommends serious study, reconsideration of imprisoning youths as adults

Capitalism and Corrections: Wall Street loan for youth inmate rehab

By Susan Ferriss

A Goldman Sachs loan to NYC will pay for a new youth offender program, and deliver a profit or loss depending on the program's success.

Georgia's troubled effort to reduce juvenile crime

By Jim Walls

Georgia changed law covering juvenile offenses, but recidivism remains high

Excerpts from this story referencing "Recidivism":

"… are in school or receiving mental health treatment. Racial disparities Recidivism in the juvenile justice system seems to carry a disproportionate impact on …"