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More States Consider Raising the Age for Juvenile Crime
If you’re a teenager, whether you’re an adult in the eyes of the law depends on the state you live in. Slowly, that’s starting to change.
June 2, 2016
New York City Ends Solitary for Inmates Under 21
Roughly 100 inmates under the age of 21 will be removed from solitary following a decision to end the practice at the city's primary detention facility.
January 14, 2015
Alonza Thomas Answers Viewers' Questions
The subject of our digital film "Stickup Kid" answers your questions about his new life outside of prison.
December 30, 2014
Stickup Kid: What happens when a 16-year-old is sent to an adult prison?
What happens when a 16-year-old is sent to an adult prison?
December 17, 2014
Why States Are Changing Course on Juvenile Crime
In the last six or seven years, states have begun to consider new approaches to juvenile offenders, backed by research showing that incarceration actually increases the chances a young person will commit another crime.
December 17, 2014
Inside the Making of "Stickup Kid"
Filmmaker Caitlin McNally shares the unexpected way she came across Alonza Thomas’ story, the challenges of making such an intimate film, and what surprised her most along the way.
December 17, 2014
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