Regardless of race, transfer cases are far more punitive for youth of color, particularly African American youth.

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Studies have shown that transfer cases, where a juvenile offender is tried as an adult, disproportionately affect youth of color, especially African American youth. They are more likely to be transferred to adult court, receive harsher sentences, and be sentenced to prison instead of juvenile detention.

Regardless of Race, Transfer Cases Are Far More Punitive for Youth