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Last Updated: Sep 20th, 2007 - 10:40:07 |
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Juvenile Justice
Meth Use Begins Before Age 15
Most teens who try methamphetamine say they started when they were age 15 or younger. Nearly a quarter of teens say that it would be "very easy" or "somewhat easy" to obtain meth. One in three teens believes there is only a "slight risk" or "no risk" in trying meth once or twice.
Sep 19, 2007, 10:19
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Juvenile Justice
Bipolar Label Increases 40 Times
The number of children and youth labeled as bipolar increased 40 times from 1994 to 2003. The frequency of the diagnosis has increased even further since then.
Sep 10, 2007, 09:02
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Juvenile Justice
Mentally Ill Juvenile Sentenced To 50 Years In Prison
A Johnson County, Kansas court yesterday sentenced Andrew Ellmaker to life in prison for the murder of his mental health worker, Terri Zenner. He won’t be eligible for parole for 50 years
Jul 20, 2007, 11:28
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Who Are Juvenile Sex Offenders?
The number of juvenile sex offenses has increased-- 40 percent over two decades. Moreover, the offenders are getting younger and more violent.
Jun 11, 2007, 09:39
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Connecticut Restores Juvenile Status to 16 and 17 Year Olds
The Connecticut state senate voted last week to restore juvenile status to 16 and 17 year old offenders. Currently, teens in this age group are charged in criminal court as adults.
May 31, 2007, 09:45
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