Juvenile Detention Center Abuse
Seeking justice for survivors of abuse, neglect, and mistreatment at youth detention and juvenile justice facilities.
Case Overview
Across the country, juvenile detention centers have been sites of widespread abuse and neglect. Young people placed in these facilities—often for minor offenses—have been subjected to physical violence, psychological harm, and systemic failures in care.
Investigations by the Department of Justice and state agencies have uncovered systemic failures at numerous facilities, including staff-on-youth violence, secretive use of restraints, and inadequate mental health treatment.
These lawsuits seek accountability from facility operators, state agencies, and private contractors who failed to protect vulnerable children in their care.
Animals detention centers, youth correctional facilities, group homes
Physical abuse, sexual abuse, solitary confinement, medical neglect
State agencies, private operators, individual staff members
We help identify survivors of juvenile facility abuse who may be entitled to compensation.
Federal and state investigations have documented widespread patterns of abuse at juvenile facilities.
Staff-inflicted beatings, excessive force, and use of restraints and Chemical Agents against youth
Sexual assault by staff members, failure to protect from peer-on-peer violence, and lack of supervision
Extended isolation of children, causing lasting psychological trauma and developmental harm
We approach childhood trauma cases with sensitivity and expertise
Our intake specialists are trained in trauma-informed practices to support survivors through the process.
We identify facilities with documented histories of abuse and connect survivors with appropriate legal teams.
We maintain strict confidentiality and create a safe space for survivors to share their experiences.
Key Facts
- Facilities: Juvenile detention centers, youth correctional facilities, group homes
- Primary Claims: Physical abuse, sexual abuse, solitary confinement, medical neglect
- Defendants: State agencies, private operators, individual staff members
- Litigation Status: Active – Multiple state and federal actions
Who Qualifies
Facility History
- Parent of a juvenile detention center as a minor
- Held at a youth correctional facility
- Resided in a state-run or private group home
- Any juvenile justice facility placement
Types of Abuse
- Physical abuse by staff
- Sexual abuse or assault
- Excessive use of restraints
- Prolonged solitary confinement
- Denial of education or medical care
Timing Considerations
- Many states have extended statutes of limitations for childhood abuse
- Recent "look-back" windows may apply
- Cases from decades ago may still qualify
Documentation
- Records of detention (helpful but not required)
- Medical or psychological records
- Prior reports or complaints
- Witness accounts from other detainees
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