During a recent government meeting, community members voiced their strong opinions regarding the potential closure of the Juvenile Justice Center in King County. The discussions highlighted a divide between advocates for restorative justice and those concerned about the implications for crime victims.

Tiffany Attrill, a victim advocate with over a decade of experience, expressed her apprehensions about closing the facility. She emphasized the emotional toll on victims and their families, noting that many do not believe they will become victims of crime until it happens to them. Attrill raised concerns about the message sent to victims if offenders are not placed in secure facilities, stating, \"It would be difficult to have a conversation with a crime victim telling them that the person who killed their loved one would not be going to a secure facility.\"

Conversely, Lydia, a local citizen, spoke in favor of the closure, linking the issue to broader societal challenges such as racism and lack of community support. She argued that funds currently allocated to maintain the detention center could be redirected to provide essential services and support for marginalized communities, which would address the root causes of crime more effectively than incarceration.

The meeting concluded with a call for further public input, as community members continue to grapple with the implications of juvenile detention reform in the context of public safety and social justice.