For years, juvenile detention centers across the country have harbored a disturbing secret: widespread sexual abuse of minors by those entrusted with their care. Survivors are now speaking out about the trauma they endured—abuse carried out by staff, counselors, and authority figures who exploited their positions of power.

These weren’t isolated incidents. Across multiple facilities, systemic failures and a lack of oversight allowed sexual abuse to persist unchecked for decades. Vulnerable youth, already in crisis, were left unprotected in environments where predatory behavior was ignored—or even enabled.

Now, the truth is coming to light. Thanks to recent changes in the law, survivors of sexual abuse—no matter how long ago it happened—may finally have a path to justice.

If you or a loved one were sexually abused in a juvenile detention facility or youth residential center, you may be eligible to file a claim. But deadlines are approaching.

Don’t stay silent. Hold those responsible accountable. Start exploring your legal options today.