Some Lawmakers Push For Youth Corrections Makeover

DENVER (CBS4)– The State of Colorado is overhauling the youth correction system after reports of an increase in violence in the facilities.
Prison officials are working with state lawmakers to find solutions after reports that detail the use of full-body straight jackets and pain compliance techniques. Both of which will be phased out.
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But that isn’t all: some lawmakers say the entire culture of Youth Corrections needs to change.
Over the past year, more than 3,600 chil