Seeking Justice for Survivors of Sexual Abuse in Nevada Juvenile Detention Centers

For years, Nevada’s juvenile detention centers have been the backdrop for a heartbreaking epidemic of sexual abuse.

Facilities that were supposed to rehabilitate youth, such as Rite of Passage – Silver State Academy and Never Give Up Youth Healing Center, have instead contributed to the growing crisis of sexual violence. Survivors of abuse are now bravely coming forward to hold these institutions accountable for the pain they’ve caused.

If you or a family member was abused while in a Nevada juvenile detention facility, we can help you understand your options for legal action and the compensation you may deserve.

Investigating Nevada Juvenile Detention Sexual Abuse Cases

We are actively investigating sexual abuse claims from both current and former youth who were incarcerated in Nevada juvenile detention centers.

Our focus includes facilities with documented or suspected histories of abuse, such as:

• Never Give Up Youth Healing Center
• Red Rock Academy
• Rite of Passage – Silver State Academy
• Seven Hills Behavioral Health Hospital
• Willow Springs Center

If you experienced abuse at any of these centers, we are here to help you seek justice.

The History of Sexual Abuse in Nevada Juvenile Detention Centers

• Never Give Up Youth Healing Center: A Facility Under Investigation

Never Give Up Youth Healing Center operated until May 2023 and was a center for children with behavioral and psychological challenges.

In addition to being shut down due to a series of criminal investigations, it faced numerous charges of abuse, including:

• Staff members were criminally charged for sexually abusing minors, including incidents involving physical assaults and forcing youth into inappropriate acts.
• The facility’s practices were harsh, with children subjected to over 300 restraints and left in isolation for prolonged periods.

Despite the closure of the facility, the damage done to the children remains significant, and survivors deserve justice.

Contact us today for a free case evaluation if you or a loved one was harmed at Never Give Up Youth Healing Center.

• Rite of Passage – Silver State Academy: A History of Abuse

Rite of Passage – Silver State Academy has been the focus of extensive investigations due to its alarming rates of sexual abuse. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, 17.7% of youths at the facility were sexually abused by staff members, nearly three times the national average.

Some of the most shocking reports include:

• In 2002, a group leader was charged with sexually assaulting three teens under his care.
• This pattern of abuse at the facility raises serious questions about the institution’s commitment to protecting vulnerable children.

If you or a loved one was a victim of sexual abuse at Rite of Passage – Silver State Academy, reach out to our team for a free consultation.

• Willow Springs Center: A Troubling Legacy

Willow Springs Center, a juvenile detention facility in Nevada, has been the site of disturbing allegations of sexual abuse.

For example:

• In 2021, the facility faced a $3,000 fine after two minors were left unsupervised and engaged in sexual activity, leading to one child being harmed.
• A troubling 2019 incident involved a 16-year-old with mental health issues who was assaulted twice within a matter of weeks, leading to serious injuries like a broken nose and concussion.

These are just a few examples of the many incidents that have raised alarms about the center’s safety and the care provided to the children in its custody.

If you or someone you love experienced sexual abuse at Willow Springs Center, contact us for a free case review.