A Teen’s Sentence Sparks Debate About Justice, Choices, and Consequences…

a greater capacity for change.

Juvenile courts often prioritize:

• Rehabilitation over punishment
• Education over incarceration
• Counseling and intervention over long-term sentencing
• Reintegration into society

The underlying belief is that a young person’s identity is still forming, and that intervention at the right time can redirect their future.

However, when continue reading …