juvenile
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County juvenile halls, almost half of the criminal cases are falling apart.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
The juvenile whale, affectionately dubbed "Willapa Willy" by locals, was first spotted last Wednesday in the north fork of the river, about 145 miles southwest of Seattle, the marine mammal research group said.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
North of Stockholm, the Rosersberg prison is making preparations to house children as young as 13 in response to a much-criticised juvenile judicial reform expected to take effect in July.
From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026
Although many actors have played the part, it’s hard to imagine anyone better suited to it than Mr. Radcliffe, who still retains his ability to be convincingly juvenile without resorting to arch aww-cuteness.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026
During that same time, the juvenile services staff made reports to the court on Digger and J.T.
From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings
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