The Vindicator spent five months researching juvenile justice trends and Mahoning County’s

The Vindicator spent five months researching juvenile justice trends and Mahoning County’s juvenile justice system.

Tuesday: A ride along with juvenile probation officers, who are the eyes and ears of the court as they travel throughout the county to check on youths.

Wednesday: An examination of what happens when a youth from Mahoning County is sent to an Ohio Department of Youth Services facility.