NCJ Number
86237
Date Published
Unknown
Length
64 pages
Annotation
This report provides the response of the Joint Juvenile Justice Committee to Louisiana House of Representatives Resolutions 92 and 133, which focus on the State's rehabilitation programs in juvenile correctional facilities.
Abstract
The committee recommends that upon determination that a youth could be more appropriately served in an alternative setting, the department should request a modification of disposition. The Department of Health and Human Resources should agree to share information with the Department of Corrections regarding incarcerated youths. A prerelease program should be established. Staff training needs should be expanded and systematized, and an evaluation plan to determine program effectiveness should be implemented. Emphasis should be placed on the development of a broad range of community-based alternatives to incarceration. The Juvenile Training Academy should be restructured and equipped to meet the mandate of Resolution 133 for preparation of older youths for adulthood. Vocational education training programs that will prepare youths for meaningful employment opportunities upon release should be established. Recreation programs and services should be incorporated as part of the total program approach. Legislative materials and treatment unit assessments are appended.