New Hampshire man awarded $38 million in lawsuit over abuse at youth detention center

A New Hampshire man was awarded $38 million in a lawsuit over abuse at a youth detention center, but the state is misinterpreting the verdict by capping the payment at $475,000 per 'incident'. Jurors were not informed of the cap and are now seeking to correct the misunderstanding.

Abuse at New Hampshire Youth Detention Center

Former New Hampshire state worker, David Meehan, discloses abuse at youth detention center, leading to criminal charges against former workers and 1,200 lawsuits against the state. Trial ongoing, revealing state's dual role in prosecution and defense.

Youth Detention Center Transition in Seattle

Debate over the future of youth detention centers in Seattle, with plans to transition away from traditional detention methods by 2028. Concerns raised about rising violent youth crime and the effectiveness of proposed alternatives.