Rauner signs juvenile justice reforms into law By Austin Berg 08/29/2016 The governor signed two bills designed to improve outcomes for Illinois youth who become involved with the criminal justice system. TAGS: criminal justice reform, Department of Juvenile Justice, juvenile court
Closing youth correctional facilities sets stage for necessary reform in Illinois By Bryant Jackson-Green 06/08/2015 The closure of certain juvenile-justice facilities in Illinois could be a positive development for public safety, especially if some of the savings are used to improve community-based services. TAGS: Department of Juvenile Justice