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Juvenile justice, criminal justice, and justice for all

The law can be a blunt instrument, and the adult criminal justice system is not equipped to address the rehabilitation of teenagers and emerging adults.

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Governor, lawmakers at odds over implementing raise the age juvenile justice reforms

Governor, lawmakers at odds over implementing raise the age juvenile justice reforms
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Controversy over whether to continue to Raise the Age

The program is set to expand to include 19 year old’s by July, but the administration said they don’t have the capabilities right now citing staffing and facility issues.

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Massachusetts court raises minimum age for life without parole to 21

BOSTON The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court decided Thursday to increase the age limit for mandatory life without parole from 18 to 21 years old, marking a significant shift in the state's approach to sentencing young adults. The 4-3 ruling, which is seen as a victory for juvenile justice reform advocates, was based on the

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Highest court in Mass nixes life without parole for adults under 21

Highest court in Mass nixes life without parole for adults under 21
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