Boot Camps Under Fire After Florida Teen's Death

by Audie Cornish, NPR

The recent death of a 14-year-old boy in a juvenile-justice boot camp in Florida is forcing lawmakers to rethink the model. Critics are calling for an end to the programs. But state lawmakers say boot camps can be toned down and reformed, even though research shows the programs are ineffective.

Broadcast Dates

• All Things Considered, April 4, 2006