US EditionFederal Lawsuit Adds to Allegations of Child Sexual Abuse in Maryland Youth Detention Centers
- On Wednesday, a federal lawsuit was initiated representing three individuals who are pursuing $300 million in damages for alleged sexual abuse experienced in Maryland’s juvenile detention facilities.
- This lawsuit follows a 2023 state law that eliminated the statute of limitations, triggering thousands of similar claims in state court.
- Plaintiffs, aged 14 and 15, claim abuse at two juvenile centers during 2019 and 2020, accusing officials of ignoring a culture of sexual brutalization.
- Attorney Corey Stern emphasized that despite Maryland’s recent unconstitutional legislative attempts to avoid accountability, the state remains subject to liability under federal law.
- Maryland is potentially liable for damages in the range of $3 to $4 billion amid ongoing settlement discussions involving approximately 11,000 plaintiffs in state court.
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Federal lawsuit adds to allegations of child sexual abuse in Maryland youth detention centers
A federal lawsuit could open a new chapter in an escalating legal battle over child sexual abuse in Maryland. State officials are struggling to address an onslaught of claims alleging
Federal lawsuit adds to allegations of child sexual abuse in Maryland youth detention centers - The Morning Sun
BALTIMORE (AP) — A federal lawsuit could open a new chapter in an escalating legal battle in Maryland, where officials are struggling to address an unexpected onslaught of claims alleging child sexual abuse in state-run juvenile detention facilities. With thousands of similar claims already pending in state court, the litigation has raised questions about how Maryland will handle the potential financial liability. The new federal suit, filed Wed…
Federal lawsuit adds to allegations of child sexual abuse in Maryland youth detention centers - Regional Media News
BALTIMORE (AP) — A federal lawsuit could open a new chapter in an escalating legal battle in Maryland, where officials are struggling to address an unexpected onslaught of claims alleging child sexual abuse in state-run juvenile detention facilities. With thousands of similar claims already pending in state court, the litigation has raised questions about how Maryland will handle the potential financial liability. The new federal suit, filed Wed…
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