Topic Juvenile Justice System
The total amount hovers near $5 billion and indicates a dark history of violence within the County’s juvenile justice system.
The county continues to fail incarcerated youth, who have not been evacuated from the Sylmar detention center, amidst ongoing evacuation warnings due to the nearby Hurst Fire.
Monte Magic Mckay considers himself lucky to have been placed at Camp Kilpatrick instead of a juvenile detention hall — but safe rehabilitation shouldn’t depend on luck.
Kent Mendoza’s story saved his life. Now he is fighting to do the same for youth impacted by the LA County criminal justice system.
When youth are detained, we need to do our best to keep them safe.