(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Colorado Springs Teen Court, a program that helps youth reduce recidivism and find healthier life paths following experiences with the court system, is expanding its reach by offering the opportunity to be referred to participate in its specialized classes.
According to Forge Evolution, the nonprofit behind Teen Court, the program has been helping over 10,000 youth take accountability for their actions by repairing the damage, and choosing a healthier, more productive path forward for more than 30 years.
Forge Evolution said Teen Court’s most recent recidivism rate is under 10%, compared to the national average of 40–50% for youth going through traditional court systems…