A review of the Department of Juvenile Justice found “disorganization across facilities” and a “lack of leadership from the Beshear Administration,” Republican Auditor Allison Ball said Wednesday. (Photo by Getty Images)
FRANKFORT — A review of Kentucky’s Department of Juvenile Justice found “disorganization across facilities” and a “lack of leadership from the Beshear Administration,” Republican Auditor Allison Ball said Wednesday.
However, an administration spokesperson said neither the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) nor the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet was given the opportunity to review the audit findings or respond before it was published.
The audit, released Wednesday, began under the previous auditor, Republican Mike Harmon. Concerns in the department have been raised by Republicans in Frankfort after reports of violence and understaffing in the juvenile justice system have made headlines.
Republican Auditor candidate Allison Ball waves to the crowd during the 143rd Fancy Farm Picnic on Saturday, Aug. 5, 2023. (Kentucky Lantern photo by Austin Anthony)