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LA County Juvenile Detention Settlement

From $7,000

Last verified July 13, 2026Source: claimdepotHow ClaimWatch verifies cases

This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was November 28, 2025. You can still see what it was about and follow the case in court below. Looking for money you can still claim? Browse open settlements →

What happened

The County of Los Angeles detained minors in Los Angeles County Juvenile Hall and Camp facilities. The settlement compensates class members for their detention, with the county paying $30 million to resolve the lawsuit.

Do you qualify?

Anyone who was detained in a Los Angeles County Juvenile Hall or Camp and was born on or after February 15, 2002.

What you can claim

Read from the official settlement notice. Confirm the terms that apply to you on the administrator's site before filing.

  • Detention Compensation

    Class members receive compensation based on the number of days spent in a Los Angeles County Juvenile Hall or Camp, with Hall days valued higher than Camp days due to worse conditions.

Who is in the class

Were you detained in a Los Angeles County Juvenile Hall or Camp and born on or after February 15, 2002?

Quoted from the settlement notice.

How to file

Visit the settlement website and respond by November 28, 2025 to participate in the settlement. Contact the Settlement Administrator with any questions about your eligibility or claim.

Common questions

How much does the LA County Juvenile Detention Settlement pay?
Estimated payout: From $7,000. The total settlement fund is $30M. Actual amounts depend on how many valid claims are filed — most settlements divide a fixed fund pro rata, so a higher claim rate means a smaller individual check. An "up to" figure is a cap, not a guarantee.
What is the claim deadline for the LA County Juvenile Detention Settlement?
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was November 28, 2025. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
Is the LA County Juvenile Detention Settlement notice real, or a scam?
Claims are filed at lacountyjuveniledetentionsettlement.com. Filing a class action claim is always free — no legitimate settlement charges you to claim, and no administrator will ask for payment, a gift card, or your full Social Security number by email or text. If a notice asks for any of those, it is not from the administrator. When in doubt, ignore the link you were sent and go to the official settlement website directly.
When will payments from the LA County Juvenile Detention Settlement be sent?
Class action payouts typically take 12 to 24 months after the claim deadline, and longer if the settlement is appealed. The final approval hearing for this case is set for February 19, 2026; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.

Who's involved

Plaintiffs

  • Agustin Herrera

Defendants

  • Does
  • Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health
  • Jerry Powers
  • Terri McDonald
  • Ray Leyva
  • Adolfo Gonzalez
  • Los Angeles County Department of Probation
  • County of Los Angeles

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