On Monday, September 27, 2021, we gathered at Rowan University and over Zoom to listen to engaging speakers discuss the impact of COVID-19 on young children and youth in the southern part of our state. ACNJ also offered ways that everyone in New Jersey can advocate for children in the upcoming election by participating in […]
Category: Juvenile Justice
NJ Takes Another Step to Support Youth and Address Racial Equity in Juvenile Justice System
The directive outlines five approaches available to police officers and prosecutors to divert youth from the juvenile justice system and limit the likelihood of unnecessary detention.
New Jersey Kids Count 2020 Race Data
Find the latest race data by county on: Population Ages 0-19 Years Children Living Below the Poverty Level Babies Born Low Birthweight Women Receiving Early Prenatal Care Children and Youth in Out-of-Home Placements Youth Admissions to Detention View report
New Law Provides Necessary Pandemic Relief to Youth in the Juvenile Justice System
The law will immediately eliminate some of the fines and financial penalties imposed on youth involved in the juvenile justice system and reduce reliance on medically dangerous congregate care settings for young people.
ACNJ applauds Gov. Murphy signing of legislation to reform juvenile justice system
This is a huge step forward to build on gains in juvenile justice reform across New Jersey, providing youth with the second chance they deserve.
