Over the summer, we reported on the passage of Public Act 102-0339, which aims to reduce and the use of time out, isolated time out, and physical restraint (referred to herein as “restrictive ...

The physical restraint of young people in custody should only be used as a last resort, according to a draft code of practice drawn up by the Youth Justice Board, writes Clare Jerrom. The draft ...

On May 30, 2021, the Illinois legislature passed HB219, which will further restrict the use of time out and physical restraint in Illinois schools. The legislation will take effect upon signature by ...

This is a well-written and thoroughly researched book that is thought-provoking and very informative, writes Julie Duncalf. About one-third of the book looks at the legal, ethical and professional ...