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Peters’ measure to raise juvenile detention age, focus on rehabilitation
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Peters’ measure to raise juvenile detention age, focus on rehabilitation
SPRINGFIELD — An initiative from State Senator Robert Peters aims to raise the minimum age at which minors can be detained and limit the use of detention in certain situations where the minor is not charged with a violent crime, making it clear the state is moving away from harsh detention practices and prioritizing rehabilitation. “Our juvenile justice system should focus on rehabilitation over punishment,” said Peters (D-Chicago). “By raising …
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