Levin: The incarceration of youth for status offenses behaviors that would not be considered criminal if committed by adults is one of the major shortcomings of a juvenile justice system that has relied on one-size-fits-all solutions.
Criminal Justice
West Virginia can reduce recidivism — Virginia shows how
For decades, America’s response to crime has largely been measured by the number of prison beds it could fill. Politicians competed to be “tough on crime,” while correctional systems focused on punishment rather than rehabilitation. Yet, despite spending billions of taxpayer dollars on incarceration, many states continue to struggle with high recidivism rates and revolving...
July 16, 2026