Juvenile Offenders Report High Drug Use and Violence Rates
A federal survey of over 25 000 youths in long term state juvenile institutions shows 39 percent jailed for violent crimes and about 60 percent with prior corrections. Nearly 25 percent used heroin cocaine PCP or LSD, with many starting drugs at age 14.
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First grade boy suspended over alleged gun threat at school
A 7-year-old boy at Crystal Lake Elementary in Lakeland allegedly pulled a .38 caliber handgun on two girls and demanded a sexual favor on the way home. He was suspended immediately and faces a potential two year or longer ban from school while a state attorney reviews possible charges.
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City considers guards at adult newsracks in San Bernardino
San Bernardino political leaders preliminarily approve an ordinance requiring 24-hour guards at coin operated adult newsracks to keep minors from buying the papers. City Attorney James Penman questions state law conflicts and notes final council vote is set for Oct. 3 with a 30 day implementation if passed.
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