Juvenile Law Center Archives

As youths face hefty court fines, some states find new ways for them to pay for their crimes

Courts have long mandated such fees, aiming to hold youth accountable, deter them from future crime and often to cover the justice...

Imagine a program that allows a young person who has been deeply affected by statewide systems to have autonomy and decision-making ability...

At 7 a.m., teenagers are scurrying to dress and head to class. There are no parents or older siblings nearby to push...

Youth placed in juvenile justice institutions face a fundamental obstacle in their career pathway: They have...

As any high schooler can tell you, finding paid work experience in today’s economy can be a real challenge. But youth...

In today’s world, having access to your vital records (birth certificate, Social Security card, state ID card) is, in fact, vital. The...