Santa Clara County Juvenile Hall Sexual Abuse Lawsuits

Compensation for Victims of Sexual Abuse at Santa Clara County Juvenile Hall

At Injury Lawyer Team, we understand the devastating impact allegations of Santa Clara County Juvenile Hall sexual abuse may have on young people and their families. Survivors deserve accountability and a chance to rebuild their lives.

Our firm has handled many juvenile detention sexual assault lawsuits in California, and we are committed to holding departments and individuals accountable when minors suffer in custody at juvenile hall.

Injured parties may recover compensation for trauma, therapy costs, and disruptions to education. We pursue damages aggressively, ensuring negligent individuals are held responsible in court.

Alleged Abuse at Santa Clara County Juvenile Hall

Serious allegations of abuse have long surrounded Santa Clara County’s juvenile justice system, culminating in 2021 when former juvenile court counselor Giorgio Raul Garcia was arrested for sexually assaulting a minor tied to the county’s juvenile hall program.

One victim came forward in February 2021, while another reported similar allegations in 2006, showing a troubling pattern.

Garcia worked for several agencies connected to the county’s juvenile justice system between 1980 and 2005, giving him access to vulnerable children.

Oversight failures by probation officials allowed these risks to persist, and families argue that poor safeguards left children exposed to further harm.

At our firm, we believe every person affected by abuse deserves legal recourse and that those responsible, whether individuals or county entities, must be held accountable in court.

These incidents show the urgent need for reforms to prevent future cases of Santa Clara County Juvenile Hall sexual abuse in California.

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What Damages Can Victims of Sexual Abuse Recover?

Abuse in a juvenile hall can cause lasting harm. Children may need therapy, medical care, and other support. In court, damages may include:

Medical and counseling costs
Pain and emotional distress
Lost educational or career opportunities
Future treatment expenses
Punitive damages

How Long Do Sexually Abused Victims Have to Take Legal Action After the CA Child Victims Act?

California lawmakers recognize that victims of child sexual abuse often need years before they come forward. Those affected now have expanded opportunities to pursue a sexual assault lawsuit in California.

Assembly Bill 452 abolished the civil statute of limitations for childhood sexual assault claims under § 340.1 in California. For misconduct occurring on or after January 1, 2024, there is no deadline for filing.

Plaintiffs aged 40 or older must submit a certificate of merit signed by their attorney and a licensed mental health professional.

These reforms ensure survivors of childhood assault have a path to legal action in court and closure—no matter how much time has passed.

Who Can Be Held Liable for Juvenile Detention Sexual Abuse?

Responsibility does not end with the perpetrator. A juvenile detention sexual assault lawsuit can also hold the county, the probation department, or supervising agencies liable when they fail to protect minors in juvenile hall.

Liable parties may include:

Staff or contractors who committed misconduct
Supervisors who ignored reports
County agencies operating the juvenile hall

By pursuing these claims, we seek accountability from every entity that allowed abuse in California’s juvenile justice system.

How Injury Lawyer Team Can Help

At Injury Lawyer Team, we know those harmed by juvenile detention abuse need compassionate advocates. Our attorneys investigate thoroughly, preserve evidence, and pursue accountability against individuals and institutions in court.

We handle all sexual abuse lawsuits on a contingency basis, so clients pay nothing unless we win. We also provide free, confidential consultations to explain your options.

If you or a loved one experienced mistreatment at Santa Clara County Juvenile Hall, contact us today to begin your path toward fair compensation under California law.

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