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Sunday, June 12, 2005
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Todd McInturf / The Detroit News

Residents of the Wolverine Secure Treatment Facility in Saginaw are led through the gym. Wayne County Chief Circuit Judge Mary Beth Kelly says she's concerned about the juvenile justice system and how its finances are managed.


Audits of privatized program show overpayments, conflicts of interest
Five years after Wayne County became the first in Michigan to hire private companies to care for delinquent youths, its juvenile justice system is awash in accusations of financial mismanagement, cronyism and fraud.
 06/12/05

Hacked system reveals security flaws
Hackers have gained access to a computer program containing personal and financial information about Wayne County juvenile delinquents, sparking fears of inflated bills or charges for youths who don't exist.
 06/12/05

Depositions hint at FBI's role in probe
Marlene "Willow" Hagans' blood pressure shot so high her earlobes turned purple. The two investigators from the FBI couldn't calm her down.
 06/12/05

 Resources

Wayne County's Delinquency Wraparound Services - A Guide for Parents
Assistance for families with children that are wards of the state and emotionally challenged, exhibiting delinquent behavior or those in danger of out-of-home placement
Wayne County's Institute for Youth and Family Development Policy
Related links to community organizations and family services
The Juvenile Assessment Center
The Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Act

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