Sexual abuse in Maryland juvenile hall detention centers is a devastating violation of trust and basic human rights. At Phillips Law Group, we are committed to helping survivors of institutional sexual abuse seek justice and compensation for their suffering.
Victims of such abuse may suffer long-lasting emotional, psychological, and physical trauma. If this is an issue that has impacted you or a loved one, you’re not alone, and we may be able to help.
Juvenile Detention Centers in Maryland Face Sexual Abuse Allegations
Many juvenile detention centers in Maryland have faced scrutiny in recent years, fielding serious complaints over rampant sexual abuse regarding adolescents in their care.
For instance, a Justice Department study reported on by CBS News in 2010 revealed that there were several facilities where 3 out of every 10 inmates said they were sexually victimized while in custody, including Backbone Mountain Youth Center in Swanton, Maryland. Reportedly, the DOJ data showed that 36.4 percent of youth inmates housed at Backbone Mountain reported that they were sexually victimized in custody.
Our attorneys know how to handle sexual abuse lawsuits against institutions including juvenile detention and treatment centers. If you or a loved one faced abuse while under the care of a Maryland juvenile hall detention center, please don’t hesitate to contact us for assistance.
Maryland Detention Centers Under Scrutiny
Please contact us to find out more about your legal rights if you spent time at any of the following facilities and suffered abuse there:
- Alfred D. Noyes Children’s Center
- Backbone Mountain Youth Center
- Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center
- Charles H. Hickey, Jr. School
- Charles H. Hickey, Jr. Structured Shelter Care Program
- Cheltenham Youth Detention Center
- Crownsville Hospital Center
- Department of Juvenile Justice Services
- Garrett Children’s Center
- Good Shepherd Services
- Green Ridge Youth Center
- Herman L. Tolson Bootcamp
- J. DeWeese Carter Youth Facility
- Lower Eastern Shore Children’s Center
- Maple Run Youth Center
- Maryland House of Corrections
- Maryland Reception and Diagnostic Center
- Maryland State Parole & Probation
- Maryland Training Center
- Maryland Youth Residence Center
- Meadow Mountain Youth Center
- Montrose Juvenile Hall
- Mountain View
- Regional Institute for Children and Adolescents
- Savage Mountain Youth Center
- Thomas J. S. Waxter Children’s Center
- Thomas O’Farrell Youth Center
- Victor Cullen Center
- Western Maryland Children’s Center
- Walter P. Carter Center
- Washington County Juvenile Service
- William Donald Schaeffer House
Juvenile detention centers are supposed to be places of rehabilitation, not harm. However, cases of abuse at these facilities often go unreported due to fear, shame, or a lack of resources.
If you or a loved one has been subjected to sexual abuse while in a Maryland juvenile detention center, you may have the right to pursue a legal claim against the responsible individuals or institutions. We want to support you in your healing journey by acting as your legal advocates.
Contact a Maryland Juvenile Hall Sexual Abuse Attorney
Our experienced legal team will guide you through the complexities of filing a claim, gathering evidence, and holding those accountable for their actions regarding allegations against a juvenile hall detention center in the state of Maryland.
We want to make sure survivors receive the support they need and deserve throughout this difficult legal process. Please contact Phillips Law Group today for a free, no-obligation, confidential consultation to learn more.
You have the right to seek justice and make your voice heard. Call us at 602-222-2222 to find out how we can help.
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