This memo summarizes a presentation at a public meeting of the Juvenile Parole Board (JPB) on January 31, 2011, at […]
DJJ’s Implementation of AB 1628 Transferring Post-Release Supervision to County Probation View More
On October 19, 2010, the Public Safety budget trailer bill, A.B. 1628, was signed into law by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger,
Youth Law Center Analysis of DJJ Parole Realignment to the Counties View More
This is a short discussion of strategies defenders may use to address individual client situations as well as systemic issues.
Energy Efficient Strategies for Defenders to Improve Conditions for Clents in Custody View More
This article offers a vehicle for discussion of California juvenile incompetence to stand trial. It begins with an overview of
Incompetent Youth in California Juvenile Justice View More
This report presents the findings of Youth Law Center’s research into placement issues for juvenile justice youth with mental health
Difficult to Place: Youth with Mental Health Needs in California Juvenile Justice View More
This article explores the human impact of crowding as actually observed in detention centers around the country through the eyes
The Human Impact of Crowding in Juvenile Detention View More
This extensive article covers issues such as gangs in a societal context, the difficulty in defining gang activity, and issues
Gang Evidence: Issues for Criminal Defense View More
