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What happens after Indiana kids are charged as adults

Some experts say charging youth – whose brains have not developed to understand the implications of their actions – as adults can set kids up to fail for the rest of their lives. And while some Indiana lawmakers have worked toward changing policy to send fewer children to adult court, proposed legislation hasn’t gained traction. ....

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What happens after Indiana kids are charged as adults

Some experts say charging youth whose brains have not developed to understand the implications of their actions as adults can set kids up to fail for the rest of their lives. And while some Indiana lawmakers have worked toward changing policy to send fewer children to adult court, proposed legislation hasnt gained traction. ....

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