After years-long fight, NY adopts new juvenile justice system
With the signing of the state budget last week, New York joins 48 other states that do not automatically treat 16- and 17-year-olds as adults.
The Michigan Juvenile Detention Association will continue to be a national leader in promoting and sustaining of exemplary juvenile detention, residential treatment, and community based services for youth and their families.
The Michigan Juvenile Detention Association is committed to the highest standard of professional ethics, overall excellence in the care and custody of youth, and the provision of services to their families.
With the signing of the state budget last week, New York joins 48 other states that do not automatically treat 16- and 17-year-olds as adults.