Alternatives to Court and Detention
Some arrested teens are referred to alternative programs that keep them out of family court or detention. Advocates say these alternatives are more effective than the traditional system at preventing re-offenses.
JUVENILE JOURNEYS
Thousands of young people pass through the New York State juvenile justice system each year. It’s a patchwork of programs and facilities that costs the state and New York City millions of dollars annually.
These are the stories of young people’s journeys through what is often a confusing system and of their efforts to get back on track.
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