Juvenile residential treatment centers (“JRTC”) are intended to provide rehabilitation and healing for young people. Often these facilities become sites of further abuse and trauma. A recent report by the U.S. Department of Justice highlighted alarming rates of sexual abuse in JRTCs, with over 6% of Arizona JRTC residents reporting being sexually abused. Sadly, those responsible for the abuse and those who fail to protect the children are seldom held accountable. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual abuse in an Arizona juvenile residential treatment center, we are here to help you pursue justice.
How The Meadow Law Firm Can Help
We hold institutions accountable for their failures to protect vulnerable children. Civil lawsuits play a crucial role in helping survivors achieve justice, address institutional failures, and prevent further harm to others.
Our attorneys will:
- Fight to get you justice.
- Explain your legal options and guide you through the process, allowing you to focus on healing.
- Identify those responsible for the abuse and file a lawsuit on your behalf.
- Seek compensation to support your recovery and provide closure.
Our mission is to empower survivors of sexual abuse, give a voice to those who are vulnerable, and help prevent further harm. If you decide to take legal action, we will be with you every step of the way.
What Constitutes Sexual Abuse in Arizona Juvenile Residential Treatment Centers?
Sexual abuse refers to any non-consensual sexual contact or behavior, especially when minors are involved, as they cannot legally consent. In the context of juvenile detention centers, it includes any sexual interaction that is abusive due to the minor’s inability to consent. The U.S. Department of Justice outlines various forms of sexual abuse, with any sexual physical contact involving a minor considered abusive.
Arizona Juvenile Residential Treatment Centers with a History of Sexual Abuse
Our firm continues to help clients who reported sexual abuse at juvenile treatment facilities in Arizona, including the following facilities:
- Quail Run Behavioral Health (UHS)
- Palo Verde Behavioral Health (UHS)
- Sonora Behavioral Health Hospital (Acadia)
- Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Arizona
- Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital (Acadia)
- Mingus Mountain Academy – Sequel
Regrettably, sexual abuse has likely occurred at other facilities across the state. If you or a loved one were abused at an Arizona juvenile residential treatment center, even if the facility is not listed above, contact Meadow Law to determine if you have a valid claim.
Do I Have a Case?
You may have a case if:
- You were sexually abused by a staff member, such as an officer, guard, counselor, supervisor, medical professional, or volunteer at a juvenile residential treatment center.
- The abuse occurred at any juvenile facility in Arizona.
- You are currently under the age of 30 years old.
- The abuse occurred when you were under the age of 18.
Unlike criminal cases, civil lawsuits focus on holding institutions accountable for enabling abuse. Civil lawsuits give survivors the opportunity to seek justice, hold institutions accountable, and secure financial compensation for the trauma they’ve endured.
We Are Here When You Are Ready
We understand that coming forward about sexual abuse can be incredibly difficult. Our attorneys are here to listen, offer support, and fight to get you justice. When you’re ready to share your experience, we are ready to stand by your side. We offer free consultations and handle every case with the utmost confidentiality.
