"Colt Lundy also received a sentence modification (following the news that Paul's case was thrown out by the state Supreme Court, even though Colt was not a part of that legal action). His attorney was successful in convincing the court that his model behavior behind bars and the state Supreme Court ruling in Paul's favor was evidence he should not serve his full sentence. He served nearly 10 years behind bars and was released in 2019. He has done extremely well since release, has worked two full time jobs and also now works with former cellmate Miles. The two continue to give speeches around the country on matters related to juvenile justice and incarceration.". Great update
you can tell even at 15 in Prison, Miles was always smart & aware. observer. the way he expresses himself shows intelligence. im not surprised he turned out wise & well spoken.
@Freehander - She is a superstar lawyer and works on some of the toughest cases, here and abroad. She is also called upon to teach in classrooms around the globe. Paul couldn't have been in better hands. Thank you for watching!
My uncles lawyer was actually a girl he’d went to middle school with. She only recognized his name in her client list, he had defended her from bullies back then just once. It made enough of an impression on her to take his case probono. Lawyers like her, and Monica are such blessings. Support is a must when in recovery or rehabilitation. To be seen as a human can heal people.
So proud of Miles and Colt! I think they'd have been fine on their own but, finding each other made them both better!! I wish them absolute success and happiness!
@barbarageorge7848 - Thank you for watching their stories! As each of them always says, "we are the brothers each of us never had." True friendship in the absolute worst of times, now continuing after incarceration. Thank you for wishing them well.
@CalamariProductions what I loved the most is they did their best to keep eachother straight and narrow if they could pair up adult inmates that are lower risk even though what they might have gotten caught up in. They might have a chance
@rememberlike123 people make mistakes. People change.. hell for all you know the person he killed was a rapist taking advantage of him. Stop being a hater lol
I am so proud of Miles and Colt. I can’t even begin to describe it. As a juvenile corrections officer myself, these young men are the embodiment of what try to achieve with our boys at my facility. I wish them nothing but success and happiness.
@@emimagination well, being a juvenile corrections officer is what I love. I was the same as these boys when I was a teenager. Spent a lot of my teenage years in juvenile prison and other facilities. Grew up, worked a whole lot of jobs I hated. Decided I wanted to be a part of helping boys like these, and like I was, become better and become men. Can’t save them all. Can’t fix them all. It’s what I love to do. My part is not the biggest part of their rehabilitation, but I am with these boys 12 hours a day. Every day. You could say I’m locked up with them. I work my birthdays. I work christmases and new years. Do I watch these videos on my free time all the time? No. But because I have watched them this 1 showed up in my recommended. So I watched it and it made me damn proud to be doing what I do.
@@claydice91 thank you for sharing! I was just genuinely curious because I know that has to be a tough job and one I could imagine wanting to get away from in your off time. I appreciate your response and what you do, thank you.
@@diannh2894 You are very kind! But as we tell kids like Miles and Colt, THEY did all the hard work to better themselves and prove they deserved a second chance. Thank you again for watching their story and posting your nice words for all of us. ❤️
@Eli-jr6uj - Wow, we really appreciate that. We're a small team trying hard, so we greatly appreciate viewers like you who take the time to tune in and comment. THANK YOU!
@enterprise0523 - Thanks for watching. The point you make is one that many criminal justice experts make -- that sending kids to the adult system vs. keeping them in the juvenile system is a recipe for disaster. Appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment.
@@CalamariProductionsthey should put them in an intermediate, same age, same crimes or similar. The system wants them to be sexually molested ,to become gay...the more they can change them to homosexual, the more validated they are to be homosexual...the elite men ,most are gay as we are learning now with the Epstein, Weinstein, Diddy scandals. If you have the gay vatican running things, the Royal family gay and child molesters, why wouldn't they want to create a homosexual society?
Juvenile prisons can be worse, you know? They are better because there are more resources and more effort is put into kids, but at the same time they can be worse because inmate population is worse - juvenile offenders tend to be worse than adults because they're more feral. I hope that nowadays things are better, but back in the 80s-90s when kids in prisons were mostly seen as scum no different to adult criminals, juvenile prisons often were a worse place.
Its so weird seeing colt and miles grow up and mature right before our eyes in this documentary! Both outstanding men! Im so happy they're out and rehabilitated! God bless them both forever!💜
@DrakeAsleep - Thanks so much for watching! We agree -- the change they made from their first years in prison to today is extraordinary. We think it's a powerful story for people to see. Thanks again for tuning in!
THANK YOU for the update in the description ! Its easy to get more out of this video (at least for me) when i can match the update with the interviewees)
@sunset6010 - Happy to help! This is why we love our viewers...they always think of things we might not think of when it comes to our videos. :). Thanks again!
My uncle murdered two people and spent the last of his teen years and the rest of his adult life in prison on death row. I’m so grateful for his team, and everything they did/tried to do for him. He wrote me letters and sent me his art often, I still have all of it. He was a traumatized system kid, and he discovered his peace, his talent of art in those walls. He learned more in those walls than he had ever learned from any school. He was rehabilitated in those walls, many people agreed. He was executed in March of 2016.
It's so sad your uncle was reabilitaded and they killed him that was wrong the Bible days "thou should not kill"so they commited the same crime that he did......Im It was wrong😢
Thank you for making this documentary. Colt and Miles can be so extremely proud of themselves for what they have accomplished. I think it was fate that brought them together. They really seem to bring the best out of each other. I believe they still would’ve been successful each on their own but it really looks like their friendship made it just a bit easier for both of them. I hope their friendship will last until their grandpas, sitting in the backyard and playing with their grandkids 😊. I wish them nothing but the best and all the success in their future endeavors. Sending love, much respect and positivity from Germany ❤
I truly wish they don't have to go through something like that, But on the other hand they did something wrong and have to pay for there crimes, but just to throw them to the dogs is not right either, what is the solution I truly don't know but it's truly awful, I truly wish I had the answers but unfortunately I don't if there was an answer somebody would have already come up with it God bless you young kids please straighten up
Thank god some of our lost kids are found and saved before it’s too late for them. Thanks to people like you we can see they are human and they do have hearts. Good luck to all of them. Thank you for your intense caring and sharing.
@mariablalock7622 - You are correct! We have updated videos of Colt on our RUclips home page. We hope folks will check them out. Thanks for commenting!
Lmao I was actually there when the dorm was 25yrs old and younger. This documentary was made after they changed the age to under 18. I went in at 14 and came home at 28
We won't decide what we want prisons to be; rehabilitation, punishment or just "lock em up and throw away the key." The first would make the most sense but we won't pay out £$€$£€ now to resolve the future.
It really hits different when you're sitting in one of those rooms no distractions, nothing else going on around you just hearing words echo off the cold walls...
What a beautiful documentary that really sheds r eality on real life . I unmistakably judged Colt and Miles. They should be very proud of all their success and achievements and strength. God bless them From Australia ❤🎉
@user-zl3wf2eo9p - We appreciate you watching these stories and taking the time to comment. It can be very difficult for kids who are sent to adult prison with long sentences to make the decision to find a path to better themselves while behind bars. It's much easier to fall into prison life and assume there is no hope for the future. Miles, Colt and many others we've followed have helped prove that change is possible. Thanks again for watching!
Thank you for this story. There really was a light at the end for these kids turned into men and achieving success together. Congrats to Miles and Colt. I hope the other boys featured in this film were able to leave prison, and achieve personal success.
Wow! Those guys had quite the journey at such a young age. I was shocked at how amazingly well Miles spoke and did for himself before and after release. Thank you for sharing their stories!
@cd3777 - Thank you for watching! We're happy to report they continue to do very well, and we hope their stories are proof that change is possible. Thank you for taking the time to comment!
This was one of the best documentaries I have ever seen. Watching Colt & Miles journey had me in tears when Colt left for CIC to back in tears seeing the "band" back together. They should both be very proud of what they have achieved & building a solid brotherhood out of terrible circumstances. ❤
The administrator who said “We have to remember these are still kids who brains are not fully developed” is absolutely correct. I’m pretty sure these two are the exception to the rule. How and why? Maybe this should be examined and copied.
In my country, Canada, the maximum sentence for youth offenders ranges from 2 to 10 years depending on the offence. However, if a juvenile offender commits a criminal act deemed grievous in nature, he/she can be tried and sentenced as an adult, facing as much as life imprisonment with no chance of parole for up to 25 years. If Colt Lundy committed a grievous murder in Canada, he would be sentenced as an adult and face life imprisonment.
@@wastedtalent666 In Canada, Lawyers have to wear a special uniform, consisting of a white shirt with a white cross tie, black petty coat, and a black robe. That uniform is usually mandatory at the Supreme Court of Canada, Federal Court of Canada, King's Council Designated Lawyers (those with a KC designation), and Tax Court. Some lower level courts allow Lawyers to wear a business attire. Judges wear a similar uniform, but also wear an additional vest or sash which identifies their role. Unlike other British Commonwealth member nations, white wigs are not required in Canada.
✨🫰✨ Great to know, That's Awesome 💯, I 😉💭 wish my nephew would get tired of going back again n again 😢💔😕❣️... He's 30 now n spent half his life in,... Sadly n 👀 at 30 years Now for theft n drugs 😢😭, possession of firearm by a felon 😮😢❣️ ... He won't last more than 3 months out n went back again n again 💢😡💢 it hurts 😭, but I 🚫 continue to 😭💔 either he said n that's true none 🚫 of the others I've raised are like that ❤️🫶❤️❣️.... I know he took after his parents n his dad Still struggles but we buried his mother 2 n half years ago 😮😢, due to drugs n sepsis 💔😭❣️... I Pray ✨ 🙏 ✨ for anyone struggling 😉💭 n trying to get by 👍💯❣️
@SykoNerd - They are! Thanks for asking and commenting. They're both doing great and continue to give back ... and they remain the best of friends today!
What a fantastic story and friendship!! Congratulations to them both! I was so sad to see they had to separate for a bit, but then to see the ending is amazing!! 🥳 Wishing them all the best.
@Bethany-y8s - Thank you for watching their story! It's been a long journey but both young men did everything in their power to better themselves in prison and not fall prey to the system. They continue to do extremely well and work tirelessly to give back now that they're free.
Thank you so much for the update on everyone in the description. It’s incredible to hear mostly every single one has done so well. I almost started crying when Miles and Colt both got released and remain best friends till this day
@goochmduck4285 - So glad you liked the video! Miles and Colt are an amazing example of second chances in life. They will always live in apology for what happened, but they have also dedicated their lives to helping others and being productive members of society. We greatly appreciate you taking the time to watch these stories!
At about 1 hour in there's some interaction with the 12yr old that was arrested for shooting his step-dad. The interaction between that kid and his attorney was so fkn cringe. She speaks to him like an 6-8 yr old. I was getting so irritated because I felt it was so disrespectful to speak to him like that. Then, I realized she is doing her best to help him comprehend these basic thing's happening all around him. I just pray for all these guy's and pray they do better their future's. Great documentary 👍 Thank you for uploading. ❤❤❤❤
We know more about children than the victorians did, but we don't act like it. 7 year olds can be tried as adults, without even having a violent record? It's crazy. Your videos are heart breaking. Our system fails terribly on every level and sure the hell fails kids.
@addie_is_me - Thank you for watching and commenting. It's always our hope that our videos help inform and educate. The juvenile system is normally closed to the outside world, so we hope by shining a light, we can help everyone better understand how it works and what's at stake. It can be heartbreaking to watch, but vitally important to see. We greatly appreciate your viewership.
Rick Springfield, Jessie's Girl Rick Springfield. What how cool is that. Man i was 12 years old and followed your songs your story. I watched your movies and have all of it on digital media. Glad to know you are still doing good. You know i wish that i had Jessies girl!!!!
@mountaingirlcabsandsilver- Thanks for watching! We think their stories are a testament to doing everything in ones power to prove they are worthy of a second chance in life. They both continue to give back and are doing great today. We appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment!
The staff do seem to care about these juveniles and truly don’t want some of these extremely young boys to be sent to an adult facility. The thought of a 12 yr old being in a facility with hundreds of grown men is terrifying. The amount of predators should be the main reasons it shouldn’t happen.
I am finishing up my Master's in forensic psychology with a focus on the juvenile justice system. This documentary was powerful. Listening to voices of those with lived experiences is critical. Thank you for this!
@drsharidrosen - Thank you so much for your comment. It is always our hope that our content will be used far and wide for education, training and beyond. We believe it's by hearing the voices and seeing the faces of the kids ensnared in these systems that change can happen. Thank you again for watching and taking the time to comment!
@@CalamariProductions it's time to dig into neurodivergent offenders (those with ADHD, autism spectrum and mental health issues) and the lack of education of working with these individuals in the criminal justice system. The school-to-prison pipeline is an important issue and I would be honored to consult.
Aaron Gabriel is doing well now, married and has kids. Sheppard Harrison, unfortunately, passed away due to complications with drugs. Aaron posted on another video in this channel
@Freehander - thank you for posting this. Yes, we did do an update on their story in a previous video on our channel and saw that Aaron commented. We are sooo glad to hear how well he's doing. He serves as an inspiration and example for others that change *can* happen. We will add that update in our description section. Thank you for reminding us!
Our system is so screwed up. These kids doing more time then people who kill kids or molested beat them. My heart breaks for these lil kids. The kid that said when he was in county of he got out then that was enough up scare him straight he didn't understand that he was going to adult prison. Hope they get a chance at real life befor they learn prison life.. keep coming with dates of y'all can.
I know I already commented but being able to see these guys go from literal children being incarcerated to over a decade later being released, still close friends, graduating college and becoming Buisness partners is truly amazing. Prison is never good but the facilities they were at did something right and I believe it was the first facility they were at. It seemed like the staff really did care about them and wanted better for them. They knew what crimes they committed but they also understood that these were children and their brains were no where near developed. I’m not saying I think all juveniles can be rehabilitated or should be released at some point, but I do think most can and should be. It makes me very happy and also proud seeing how far they have come. I hope their Buisness is thriving and all of their speaking engagements really resonate with the audience and hopefully changes can be made.
@emilywiebel3238 - Thank you for such an insightful comment! You are correct that the first prison they were in, Wabash Vally, did have a special cellblock called the PLUS unit where Miles and Colt spent several years. The unit was actually a quilting unit where the prisoners made quilts that were donated to organizations around the state. In order to be eligible for the PLUS unit, prisoners had to have good behavior while behind bars and apply to get in. Overall, that unit was very calm and organized, and the men who had been there for many years made sure everyone respected what had been created. I definitely think it helped Miles and Colt. Like you, our team at Calamari Productions is thrilled they've been able to turn their lives around and can attest to the hard work it has taken. They are committed to giving back. We, too, hope their speaking engagements increase over time, as it's people like them who can truly reach other kids before more tragedies happen in the future. Again, thank you so much for commenting!
I been to pine Grove a lot before and it was hurtful but the person I loved spent many years and stayed out of there ever since so thank God for hope 🙏🏽❤️
@jackieosegueda7504 - Thank you for watching. Anthony is still in prison and is now 31 years old. We hope to have more updates soon. Thanks again for watching and commenting!
Wow so much work and so much passion to the youth juveniles, finally a documentary which shows the complex situation in terms of #law #psychological #education children are brought in who have to go in to adult #lockup settings. I love it! 🥰
@laurencejulland4908 - Thanks so much for such nice words about our video! We agree with you that these cases can be much more complex than many people realize. It's why we are honored to be able to follow cases and stories for many years to hopefully help illuminate all the issues involved. Again, thank you so much for your comments!
I’m glad the camera skills improved over time, it was getting hard to keep up with the conversations with all the planing & ill focus. On a positive note, just goes to show how commitment & control can change a man’s life in jail. I must say though, I don’t understand how colts conviction was less sentence for murder compared to miles which wasn’t? Either way interesting.
@t8312 - A lot of people never understood Miles' sentence, including us. It was one of the most egregious sentences for a juvenile we had ever witnessed. It took way too many years for him to finally be granted a sentence modification, and even then it took a Herculean effort and a newly elected prosecutor to finally agree to meet with Miles and take a look at his case. Thankfully, both Miles and Colt did everything they possibly could while incarcerated to stay focused and--as you say--committed to bettering themselves. They continue to be best friends today now that they're both free, and are doing great! We look forward to announcing a big project involving their full stories in the near future. Thank you for watching and commenting!
Keep your mind straight and if you are strong minded and love yourself you are not truly missing much out here its all institutions in one way or another and knowledge is power educate yourself 🙏🏽❤️
Well if you're 7 years old and you murder your parents and set the house on fire because you were hearing demon voices should you just be put on time out?
@@kylepatton2423I hope you realize what you just said- “because you were hearing demon voices”- that in itself is a mental health issue, is it not? Surely you don’t agree with locking children with mental health issues up in prison as adults, do you? No one is saying a “timeout”, but there needs to be some kind of serious mental health intervention for juveniles in cases like this, not just throwing them away in a cell and expecting rehabilitation when their brains aren’t anywhere close to being fully developed enough to understand what they’re truly experiencing on an adult level. They haven’t even experienced puberty yet.
Im proud of you because I only got straight A's once in my life when I was in college and going through the worst losses of my life and I was doing the best educationally and learn to find a way to let them know why you did why you did because believe it or not i understand
Heartbreaking, but what an amazing 15 year documentary. What was the reason for the stepfather conspiracy killing I wonder. There had to be something. I hope all of these boys have grown up to become decent men. They NEED love and support. Colt is one smart little guy...street smart.
They wanted to take his car. Colt had some younger kids in the neighborhood help him, one of the younger kids got a really long sentence. The other didn't go in the house so he didn't get nearly as much
The story here is that Indiana has it right. These two turned out early as juveniles..both admittedly..would in all likelihood reoffended and have been back in the system uneducated, a horrendous record, and no future. Great to see this success story so far and although they're partners now, there is rehabilitation. Hopefully the emotional scars aren't too deep and they can stay trouble free. The lifestyle introduces an entirely new set of hurdles which is unfair, but that said good luck guys!
At 3:10:26 , Colt and Miles talk about how receiving letters and corresponding with people from different walks of life around the country and world made a large, positive impact on them both. Is there an organization that connects people interested in becoming penpals with inmates convicted of crimes as children? How might viewers interested in contributing to that kind of positive influence go about it?
@caliea3336 - Wow, what a great question! Off the top of our heads, we don't know of any such organization but you've now compelled us to look into it further. Thank you so much for watching and asking. It truly does make a difference for so many kids/people. Have a great weekend!
I hope these guys get another chance at life, people are not disposable.. Some should never be released yet others work to show they are worthy of a second chance. Xx
@leahstumm9662 - She is a wonderful human and a highly, highly respected attorney nationally. We were grateful she participated in our films. Thank you for watching!
@missieszentes9858 - very good question! The reason that happened is because Paul and his family appealed his adult conviction after he was initially sentenced. Colt did not. He was afraid if he appealed he could actually get an even longer sentence than his 25 year sentence. However, once Paul's appeal was successful with the Indiana Supreme Court, that most likely played a big role in Colt's attorney being successful in advocating for Colt's sentence modification. Hope this helps explain things. Thank you again for watching and asking the question!
I’m a Canadian prosecutor, while I agree with your comment that our criminal justice system tends to emphasize rehabilitation more than the American system , I’ve seen cases where youth are tried as adults for some pretty serious crimes (up to and including murder.)
@@GunvirSidhu I didn't know that kids could get sentenced as adults, in Canada. In the United States the shouldn't even have minors getting charged as minors, because they all get charged as adults anyway
I'm so happy for all of them in this video Paul, Greg, Colt, Miles that they're doing so wel, if there are more people like these 4 in the video, they should not spend to much time in jail, because they can be a great help for others. I'm only wondering how Paul is doing right now? he was 12 years and 2 month old when he went to jail spend 7 years behind bars, and was also doing really well. It would be nice to know how he's doing now?
I just watch the first part of Paul and Colt, they were friends, and they shot colt's stepdad, I always say, there got to be a reason why these kids shoot a stepdad, when his stepdad have shown a lot of love to Colt, Colt and his friend Paul would have never and ever thought about shooting him. He probably have been a horrible stepdad to Cold and his friend Paul. They're so young especially Paul, they don't think about prison because that's not something they have been involved with, But all what they were thinking, the pain and hurt that the stepdad gave them. There is not one child in this world that will kill their parents or stepparents that dearly love their children or stepchildren. Even though, that give Colt and Paul never the right or the okay what they did, because that need to be punished, and here we can see that they are very healthy boys made great changes and learn a lot of skills. It's good that they are out of prison, and be good useful in society.
@RancheroTierra - Appreciate you watching these stories! The last we heard, Paul continues to do well. Thank you for asking, and again, thanks for your viewership!
Wow, sad stories and lots of regrets. If only we all learn our lessons in life. We are all the same, the only difference is some are caught and some are not.
@jetfryl9831 - the 36 year sentence for Miles was the worst sentence we had ever witnessed for a juvenile with those charges. It took far too long for him to receive a sentence modification, but thankfully, a new prosecutor in the case was willing to review his case and ultimately, agreed to the modification. Today, he and Colt are both doing fantastic and always striving to improve the system for other kids. We will keep everyone updated on their stories. Thank you for watching.
"the court found you incompetent, you know know what that means? Yeah, I do, it's uh... umm... it's uhh.... Exactly!" "do you know what unconscionable means...?"
No. The goal of incarceration is punishment for crimes. Rehabilitation is personal and a luxury. Your mindset is what got the death penalty banned, child rapists allowed to live etc. Pls dont vote
Imagine how boring it must be to live your life in those small cells, celldoor is open a few hours everyday. But locked much of the time also. Do your best to avoid ending up like this. Its easy if you try.
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The dedication to follow them for so long is beautiful, it shows how much your team truly cares.
So powerful!!
"Colt Lundy also received a sentence modification (following the news that Paul's case was thrown out by the state Supreme Court, even though Colt was not a part of that legal action). His attorney was successful in convincing the court that his model behavior behind bars and the state Supreme Court ruling in Paul's favor was evidence he should not serve his full sentence. He served nearly 10 years behind bars and was released in 2019. He has done extremely well since release, has worked two full time jobs and also now works with former cellmate Miles. The two continue to give speeches around the country on matters related to juvenile justice and incarceration.". Great update
@thee_abstractionist3917 - Thank you for reposting our updated. Appreciate it!
I think colt is who my son was in with as a adult for a couple years
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Are there books at these prisons to pass time ?
you can tell even at 15 in Prison, Miles was always smart & aware. observer. the way he expresses himself shows intelligence. im not surprised he turned out wise & well spoken.
@JaeThaGemini - Very well said! Thanks for watching.
Yes,well said,he matured great considering he's in prison.
Thank you for the follow up!
@4amyoutube432 well he killed his parents so..he's not right
Monica (Paul’s lawyer) really cares. She’s definitely in the right profession. God bless you, Monica 🫡 thank you for doing what you do
@Freehander - She is a superstar lawyer and works on some of the toughest cases, here and abroad. She is also called upon to teach in classrooms around the globe. Paul couldn't have been in better hands. Thank you for watching!
My uncles lawyer was actually a girl he’d went to middle school with. She only recognized his name in her client list, he had defended her from bullies back then just once. It made enough of an impression on her to take his case probono. Lawyers like her, and Monica are such blessings. Support is a must when in recovery or rehabilitation. To be seen as a human can heal people.
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So proud of Miles and Colt! I think they'd have been fine on their own but, finding each other made them both better!!
I wish them absolute success and happiness!
@barbarageorge7848 - Thank you for watching their stories! As each of them always says, "we are the brothers each of us never had." True friendship in the absolute worst of times, now continuing after incarceration. Thank you for wishing them well.
@CalamariProductions what I loved the most is they did their best to keep eachother straight and narrow if they could pair up adult inmates that are lower risk even though what they might have gotten caught up in. They might have a chance
Proud of killers?
@@rememberlike123 grow up 🙄
I'm proud of how they changed their life's path.
@rememberlike123 people make mistakes. People change.. hell for all you know the person he killed was a rapist taking advantage of him. Stop being a hater lol
I am so proud of Miles and Colt. I can’t even begin to describe it. As a juvenile corrections officer myself, these young men are the embodiment of what try to achieve with our boys at my facility. I wish them nothing but success and happiness.
@@claydice91 Really appreciate your comment since you work on the front lines with youth. Thank you for helping to make a difference!
Amen. 🙏🏼 ❤
You come home from your job as a corrections officer and watch prison documentaries?
@@emimagination well, being a juvenile corrections officer is what I love. I was the same as these boys when I was a teenager. Spent a lot of my teenage years in juvenile prison and other facilities. Grew up, worked a whole lot of jobs I hated. Decided I wanted to be a part of helping boys like these, and like I was, become better and become men. Can’t save them all. Can’t fix them all. It’s what I love to do. My part is not the biggest part of their rehabilitation, but I am with these boys 12 hours a day. Every day. You could say I’m locked up with them. I work my birthdays. I work christmases and new years. Do I watch these videos on my free time all the time? No. But because I have watched them this 1 showed up in my recommended. So I watched it and it made me damn proud to be doing what I do.
@@claydice91 thank you for sharing! I was just genuinely curious because I know that has to be a tough job and one I could imagine wanting to get away from in your off time. I appreciate your response and what you do, thank you.
I can't help but think if it wasn't for Calamari productions they never would have gotten out! You guys are amazing and absolutely essential!!!
The blessings are real!!!!❤
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@@diannh2894 You are very kind! But as we tell kids like Miles and Colt, THEY did all the hard work to better themselves and prove they deserved a second chance. Thank you again for watching their story and posting your nice words for all of us. ❤️
This account is soo underrated. I really appreciate you guy’s work- the time the effort is crazzyy
@Eli-jr6uj - Wow, we really appreciate that. We're a small team trying hard, so we greatly appreciate viewers like you who take the time to tune in and comment. THANK YOU!
Totally agree!
I love what you guys do, it’s great for the youth to learn from don’t stop putting in all the effort you guys do it’s amazing!
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What is boy school??!!🤔
Yeah send a kid his age & size to an adult prison where he’ll become a victim of adult predators, the prison system really needs reform
@enterprise0523 - Thanks for watching. The point you make is one that many criminal justice experts make -- that sending kids to the adult system vs. keeping them in the juvenile system is a recipe for disaster. Appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment.
@@CalamariProductionsthey should put them in an intermediate, same age, same crimes or similar. The system wants them to be sexually molested ,to become gay...the more they can change them to homosexual, the more validated they are to be homosexual...the elite men ,most are gay as we are learning now with the Epstein, Weinstein, Diddy scandals. If you have the gay vatican running things, the Royal family gay and child molesters, why wouldn't they want to create a homosexual society?
Agreed, his brain isnt even fully developed and he got more time than the average child predator, almost makes my blood boil
100%
Juvenile prisons can be worse, you know? They are better because there are more resources and more effort is put into kids, but at the same time they can be worse because inmate population is worse - juvenile offenders tend to be worse than adults because they're more feral.
I hope that nowadays things are better, but back in the 80s-90s when kids in prisons were mostly seen as scum no different to adult criminals, juvenile prisons often were a worse place.
This story hits hard. I spent almost half my life behind bars. From juvy to juvenile prison all the way to adult prison. Been out since 2017.
I wish you all the best, man. I hope you have a life that keeps you out of prison for good. Take care.
Best of luck lov, now make sure you stay out this time, it's not worth it! There's loads of support systems out there for you xx
Congratulations
Its so weird seeing colt and miles grow up and mature right before our eyes in this documentary! Both outstanding men! Im so happy they're out and rehabilitated! God bless them both forever!💜
@DrakeAsleep - Thanks so much for watching! We agree -- the change they made from their first years in prison to today is extraordinary. We think it's a powerful story for people to see. Thanks again for tuning in!
Wow that is one hell of a story. Congratulations to both of them. That’s why you don’t give up on these kids.
@oumike7000 - Thanks for recognizing that change *is* possible. Miles and Colt are true examples of that. Appreciate you watching and commenting!
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THANK YOU for the update in the description !
Its easy to get more out of this video (at least for me) when i can match the update with the interviewees)
@sunset6010 - Happy to help! This is why we love our viewers...they always think of things we might not think of when it comes to our videos. :). Thanks again!
My uncle murdered two people and spent the last of his teen years and the rest of his adult life in prison on death row. I’m so grateful for his team, and everything they did/tried to do for him. He wrote me letters and sent me his art often, I still have all of it. He was a traumatized system kid, and he discovered his peace, his talent of art in those walls. He learned more in those walls than he had ever learned from any school. He was rehabilitated in those walls, many people agreed. He was executed in March of 2016.
@Juann-ci5vhgang shit gang shit hate on it
Sorry you lost your uncle my friend
Rip unc may yu rest easily
Wow I'm so sorry 😢
It's so sad your uncle was reabilitaded and they killed him that was wrong the Bible days "thou should not kill"so they commited the same crime that he did......Im
It was wrong😢
Thank you for making this documentary. Colt and Miles can be so extremely proud of themselves for what they have accomplished. I think it was fate that brought them together. They really seem to bring the best out of each other. I believe they still would’ve been successful each on their own but it really looks like their friendship made it just a bit easier for both of them. I hope their friendship will last until their grandpas, sitting in the backyard and playing with their grandkids 😊.
I wish them nothing but the best and all the success in their future endeavors. Sending love, much respect and positivity from Germany ❤
Thank you guys for uploading this document right. People should watch this documentary.
@Senacacrane - Thanks for watching and commenting. Really appreciate it!
Stupid losers should watch but people that have brains and make intelligent decisions don't have to cause we actually use our brains
This is what should be plastered all over TV . Real Raw
@Hope1961F - THANKS! We really appreciate that!!
I love updates on them. You guys are amazing for raising awareness for the voiceless.
I truly wish they don't have to go through something like that, But on the other hand they did something wrong and have to pay for there crimes, but just to throw them to the dogs is not right either, what is the solution I truly don't know but it's truly awful, I truly wish I had the answers but unfortunately I don't if there was an answer somebody would have already come up with it God bless you young kids please straighten up
High quality channel ! 🌟
@sunset6010 - thank you so much. We really appreciate that!
Thank god some of our lost kids are found and saved before it’s too late for them. Thanks to people like you we can see they are human and they do have hearts. Good luck to all of them. Thank you for your intense caring and sharing.
Thank you for making this documentary! It was wonderful to see these young men turn their lives around.
Paul and Colton both have been released and have done great in society.
@mariablalock7622 - You are correct! We have updated videos of Colt on our RUclips home page. We hope folks will check them out. Thanks for commenting!
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Lmao I was actually there when the dorm was 25yrs old and younger. This documentary was made after they changed the age to under 18. I went in at 14 and came home at 28
You put a man in prison, have him fight for his life....and then punish him for doing so. Then tell him to become rehabilitated! Yeah....RIGHT!!
Must be a felon yourself
Don't commit crimes don't goto prison
There is an incredibly easy way to combat that… don’t commit crimes:)
@Broadwaybutterfly21 there's alot of innocent people incarcerated here in America. It's a biz at the end of the day. Our justice system is a joke.
We won't decide what we want prisons to be; rehabilitation, punishment or just "lock em up and throw away the key." The first would make the most sense but we won't pay out £$€$£€ now to resolve the future.
Wow! This documentary was amazing to watch. So happy I stumbled upon this channel.
@itsteagstho4928 - Thanks so much! Very happy you found us too! :)
It really hits different when you're sitting in one of those rooms no distractions, nothing else going on around you just hearing words echo off the cold walls...
Its a choice people make when committing a crime
Regardlof age. 5 yr Olds know better than to hurt people. There is no excuse.
@@lovineveryminuetofit13145 year olds? 😂 tell me your joking
@@DJiNstncT 5-year-olds do know that they'll get in trouble for hurting someone. Nothing he said was untrue. You're a joke.
The fact that children as young as 7 can be tried as an adult is...NUTS.
@kathrynmcelroy5658 - even we were shocked to learn that statistic. :0
You do the crime you do the time
If they murdered your loved one then you would want them tried as adults.
It's crazy regardless 7 years old wtf 😒
@@joycewright5386 if a 7 year old killed one of my relatives I would want to know why. I wouldn't want them tried as adults, because they aren't.
What a beautiful documentary that really sheds
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eality on real life . I unmistakably judged Colt and Miles. They should be very proud of all their success and achievements and strength. God bless them From Australia ❤🎉
@user-zl3wf2eo9p - We appreciate you watching these stories and taking the time to comment. It can be very difficult for kids who are sent to adult prison with long sentences to make the decision to find a path to better themselves while behind bars. It's much easier to fall into prison life and assume there is no hope for the future. Miles, Colt and many others we've followed have helped prove that change is possible. Thanks again for watching!
Thank you for this story. There really was a light at the end for these kids turned into men and achieving success together. Congrats to Miles and Colt. I hope the other boys featured in this film were able to leave prison, and achieve personal success.
Beautiful videos love the videos binge watching
@Karina-il7ts - Thanks!! We greatly appreciate your viewership!
Would you consider - placing in the Description - an update on each person featured? 🌟
@sunset6020- Sure thing! Thank you for suggesting that. We’ll take care of that asap.
This was so interesting and informative. Thank you and im so happy these gentlemen have turned their lives around and are doing well.
@jamaicangypsygranny - Thank you so much for watching their story and taking the time to post such nice comments. Greatly appreciated!
Wow! Those guys had quite the journey at such a young age. I was shocked at how amazingly well Miles spoke and did for himself before and after release.
Thank you for sharing their stories!
@cd3777 - Thank you for watching! We're happy to report they continue to do very well, and we hope their stories are proof that change is possible. Thank you for taking the time to comment!
This was one of the best documentaries I have ever seen. Watching Colt & Miles journey had me in tears when Colt left for CIC to back in tears seeing the "band" back together. They should both be very proud of what they have achieved & building a solid brotherhood out of terrible circumstances. ❤
The administrator who said “We have to remember these are still kids who brains are not fully developed” is absolutely correct. I’m pretty sure these two are the exception to the rule. How and why? Maybe this should be examined and copied.
How is this little boy considered a LEGAL ADULT??!!
In my country, Canada, the maximum sentence for youth offenders ranges from 2 to 10 years depending on the offence.
However, if a juvenile offender commits a criminal act deemed grievous in nature, he/she can be tried and sentenced as an adult, facing as much as life imprisonment with no chance of parole for up to 25 years.
If Colt Lundy committed a grievous murder in Canada, he would be sentenced as an adult and face life imprisonment.
@@HalifaxHercules The whole justice system in Canada is crooked too.
There are also many innocent people in prison.
@@HalifaxHerculeswhy does yalls judges dress so goofy? 😂
@@wastedtalent666 In Canada, Lawyers have to wear a special uniform, consisting of a white shirt with a white cross tie, black petty coat, and a black robe.
That uniform is usually mandatory at the Supreme Court of Canada, Federal Court of Canada, King's Council Designated Lawyers (those with a KC designation), and Tax Court.
Some lower level courts allow Lawyers to wear a business attire.
Judges wear a similar uniform, but also wear an additional vest or sash which identifies their role.
Unlike other British Commonwealth member nations, white wigs are not required in Canada.
He murdered someone intentionally, that's how. Get over it
Colt is now a dad with a business and thriving. God bless him.
✨🫰✨ Great to know, That's Awesome 💯, I 😉💭 wish my nephew would get tired of going back again n again 😢💔😕❣️... He's 30 now n spent half his life in,... Sadly n 👀 at 30 years Now for theft n drugs 😢😭, possession of firearm by a felon 😮😢❣️ ... He won't last more than 3 months out n went back again n again 💢😡💢 it hurts 😭, but I 🚫 continue to 😭💔 either he said n that's true none 🚫 of the others I've raised are like that ❤️🫶❤️❣️.... I know he took after his parents n his dad Still struggles but we buried his mother 2 n half years ago 😮😢, due to drugs n sepsis 💔😭❣️... I Pray ✨ 🙏 ✨ for anyone struggling 😉💭 n trying to get by 👍💯❣️
@@ItsKentuckyNaNasLifedon't give up on praying for your nephew 🙏 one day God will work miracles on him❤... keep on praying 🔥❤️
Much love🙏❤️
@@ItsKentuckyNaNasLife My God, stop with the emojis. You look unhinged.
Thank you for the update
@Stan-mp8zz - You're welcome! Thanks for watching!
So proud of miles and colt
I hope that Colt and Miles are both enormously happy and have found peace. Sending hope & love to both lovely young men ✌️🫶
@SykoNerd - They are! Thanks for asking and commenting. They're both doing great and continue to give back ... and they remain the best of friends today!
What a fantastic story and friendship!! Congratulations to them both! I was so sad to see they had to separate for a bit, but then to see the ending is amazing!! 🥳 Wishing them all the best.
@Bethany-y8s - Thank you for watching their story! It's been a long journey but both young men did everything in their power to better themselves in prison and not fall prey to the system. They continue to do extremely well and work tirelessly to give back now that they're free.
Wow what an incredible story! Thanks for sharing.
@stellabella5269 - Thank you!! So glad you watched. And we agree--their stories are remarkable!
Thank you so much for the update on everyone in the description. It’s incredible to hear mostly every single one has done so well. I almost started crying when Miles and Colt both got released and remain best friends till this day
@goochmduck4285 - So glad you liked the video! Miles and Colt are an amazing example of second chances in life. They will always live in apology for what happened, but they have also dedicated their lives to helping others and being productive members of society. We greatly appreciate you taking the time to watch these stories!
At about 1 hour in there's some interaction with the 12yr old that was arrested for shooting his step-dad. The interaction between that kid and his attorney was so fkn cringe. She speaks to him like an 6-8 yr old. I was getting so irritated because I felt it was so disrespectful to speak to him like that. Then, I realized she is doing her best to help him comprehend these basic thing's happening all around him.
I just pray for all these guy's and pray they do better their future's.
Great documentary 👍 Thank you for uploading. ❤❤❤❤
@tinajaquez2283 - Thanks so much for watching!
We know more about children than the victorians did, but we don't act like it. 7 year olds can be tried as adults, without even having a violent record? It's crazy. Your videos are heart breaking. Our system fails terribly on every level and sure the hell fails kids.
@addie_is_me - Thank you for watching and commenting. It's always our hope that our videos help inform and educate. The juvenile system is normally closed to the outside world, so we hope by shining a light, we can help everyone better understand how it works and what's at stake. It can be heartbreaking to watch, but vitally important to see. We greatly appreciate your viewership.
It's crazy how anybody can be held responsible for murdering someone, right?
So glad I found this. I've been getting into trouble a lot more often and this was an eye opener.
keeping your nose clean?
@goosiechild For sure.
I could never imagine @ 14 losing 30 years of my life in prison.have never been their and will never do anything to end up their.
Never say never
Justin Bieber @@benyosep5640
Hope I don't either. It's all about the choices we make.
What an awesome story and journey of Miles and Colt.
@wallygator7508 - Very glad you watched their story. An incredible journey for sure!
Agree 100%. It was very interesting. They could be counsellors.😅
Rick Springfield, Jessie's Girl Rick Springfield.
What how cool is that.
Man i was 12 years old and followed your songs your story.
I watched your movies and have all of it on digital media.
Glad to know you are still doing good.
You know i wish that i had Jessies girl!!!!
@howlinwulf - We're happy to tell you he was absolutely wonderful to work with! :)
What a phenomenal documentary. Talk about being dedicated and in it for the long haul. Proud of these two guys for not giving up on life! ❤
@mountaingirlcabsandsilver- Thanks for watching! We think their stories are a testament to doing everything in ones power to prove they are worthy of a second chance in life. They both continue to give back and are doing great today. We appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment!
The staff do seem to care about these juveniles and truly don’t want some of these extremely young boys to be sent to an adult facility. The thought of a 12 yr old being in a facility with hundreds of grown men is terrifying. The amount of predators should be the main reasons it shouldn’t happen.
I am finishing up my Master's in forensic psychology with a focus on the juvenile justice system. This documentary was powerful. Listening to voices of those with lived experiences is critical. Thank you for this!
@drsharidrosen - Thank you so much for your comment. It is always our hope that our content will be used far and wide for education, training and beyond. We believe it's by hearing the voices and seeing the faces of the kids ensnared in these systems that change can happen. Thank you again for watching and taking the time to comment!
@@CalamariProductions it's time to dig into neurodivergent offenders (those with ADHD, autism spectrum and mental health issues) and the lack of education of working with these individuals in the criminal justice system. The school-to-prison pipeline is an important issue and I would be honored to consult.
Aaron Gabriel is doing well now, married and has kids. Sheppard Harrison, unfortunately, passed away due to complications with drugs. Aaron posted on another video in this channel
@Freehander - thank you for posting this. Yes, we did do an update on their story in a previous video on our channel and saw that Aaron commented. We are sooo glad to hear how well he's doing. He serves as an inspiration and example for others that change *can* happen. We will add that update in our description section. Thank you for reminding us!
just amazing love it
@tinyonelove7947 - Thank you!!
Our system is so screwed up. These kids doing more time then people who kill kids or molested beat them. My heart breaks for these lil kids. The kid that said when he was in county of he got out then that was enough up scare him straight he didn't understand that he was going to adult prison. Hope they get a chance at real life befor they learn prison life.. keep coming with dates of y'all can.
While I agree people who kill kids or molested them deserve prison but your hear breaks for these kids who are killers is not right
@@rememberlike123 man you don't know the details behind why they killed they could have been getting molested and killed their abuser..
I’m real happy these kids come out I hope there paths they take are clean
I know I already commented but being able to see these guys go from literal children being incarcerated to over a decade later being released, still close friends, graduating college and becoming Buisness partners is truly amazing. Prison is never good but the facilities they were at did something right and I believe it was the first facility they were at. It seemed like the staff really did care about them and wanted better for them. They knew what crimes they committed but they also understood that these were children and their brains were no where near developed. I’m not saying I think all juveniles can be rehabilitated or should be released at some point, but I do think most can and should be. It makes me very happy and also proud seeing how far they have come. I hope their Buisness is thriving and all of their speaking engagements really resonate with the audience and hopefully changes can be made.
@emilywiebel3238 - Thank you for such an insightful comment! You are correct that the first prison they were in, Wabash Vally, did have a special cellblock called the PLUS unit where Miles and Colt spent several years. The unit was actually a quilting unit where the prisoners made quilts that were donated to organizations around the state. In order to be eligible for the PLUS unit, prisoners had to have good behavior while behind bars and apply to get in. Overall, that unit was very calm and organized, and the men who had been there for many years made sure everyone respected what had been created. I definitely think it helped Miles and Colt. Like you, our team at Calamari Productions is thrilled they've been able to turn their lives around and can attest to the hard work it has taken. They are committed to giving back. We, too, hope their speaking engagements increase over time, as it's people like them who can truly reach other kids before more tragedies happen in the future. Again, thank you so much for commenting!
I been to pine Grove a lot before and it was hurtful but the person I loved spent many years and stayed out of there ever since so thank God for hope 🙏🏽❤️
Mutual Respect is worth more than a zillion dollars to many people
I’m very proud of this kids I still want to know what’s Anthony situation is which I’m proud of him too
@jackieosegueda7504 - Thank you for watching. Anthony is still in prison and is now 31 years old. We hope to have more updates soon. Thanks again for watching and commenting!
Wow so much work and so much passion to the youth juveniles, finally a documentary which shows the complex situation in terms of #law #psychological #education children are brought in who have to go in to adult #lockup settings. I love it! 🥰
@laurencejulland4908 - Thanks so much for such nice words about our video! We agree with you that these cases can be much more complex than many people realize. It's why we are honored to be able to follow cases and stories for many years to hopefully help illuminate all the issues involved. Again, thank you so much for your comments!
Kudos to this attorney! Great job man!
I’m glad the camera skills improved over time, it was getting hard to keep up with the conversations with all the planing & ill focus. On a positive note, just goes to show how commitment & control can change a man’s life in jail. I must say though, I don’t understand how colts conviction was less sentence for murder compared to miles which wasn’t?
Either way interesting.
@t8312 - A lot of people never understood Miles' sentence, including us. It was one of the most egregious sentences for a juvenile we had ever witnessed. It took way too many years for him to finally be granted a sentence modification, and even then it took a Herculean effort and a newly elected prosecutor to finally agree to meet with Miles and take a look at his case. Thankfully, both Miles and Colt did everything they possibly could while incarcerated to stay focused and--as you say--committed to bettering themselves. They continue to be best friends today now that they're both free, and are doing great! We look forward to announcing a big project involving their full stories in the near future. Thank you for watching and commenting!
@@CalamariProductions I will be excited to see their next journey, thankyou
Good for Colt and Miles!
Keep your mind straight and if you are strong minded and love yourself you are not truly missing much out here its all institutions in one way or another and knowledge is power educate yourself 🙏🏽❤️
If you are not mentally grown up until 25, how is a 7 year old able to be tried as a adult? Anyone else see the flaw in this?
Well if you're 7 years old and you murder your parents and set the house on fire because you were hearing demon voices should you just be put on time out?
@@kylepatton2423 mentally they are not mature, what part of that don't you get?.....
@@ronaldsimpson3232 Alright, we'll send them all to your house.
@@kylepatton2423I hope you realize what you just said- “because you were hearing demon voices”- that in itself is a mental health issue, is it not? Surely you don’t agree with locking children with mental health issues up in prison as adults, do you? No one is saying a “timeout”, but there needs to be some kind of serious mental health intervention for juveniles in cases like this, not just throwing them away in a cell and expecting rehabilitation when their brains aren’t anywhere close to being fully developed enough to understand what they’re truly experiencing on an adult level. They haven’t even experienced puberty yet.
@@kylepatton2423 that's mental illness, not criminal actions. Get them help, it doesn't happen in prison.
I'm so happy for these young men. I hope they have wonderful lives & continue on & live up to their full potential.
@Holly-h4i - We're happy to report they continue to do GREAT! Thank you for watching their story. We'll have much more ahead!
My time with my corrections has been hard. Butv teaches you n other alot love being in corrections ❤
Like the vids stunning vids
Really proud of these two guys having grew up in the prison system and became gentleman and mature. Sad it took prison to mature them.
Im proud of you because I only got straight A's once in my life when I was in college and going through the worst losses of my life and I was doing the best educationally and learn to find a way to let them know why you did why you did because believe it or not i understand
Heartbreaking, but what an amazing 15 year documentary. What was the reason for the stepfather conspiracy killing I wonder. There had to be something. I hope all of these boys have grown up to become decent men. They NEED love and support. Colt is one smart little guy...street smart.
@Witchofthewoods - thank you for watching! Greatly appreciated.
They wanted to take his car. Colt had some younger kids in the neighborhood help him, one of the younger kids got a really long sentence. The other didn't go in the house so he didn't get nearly as much
The story here is that Indiana has it right. These two turned out early as juveniles..both admittedly..would in all likelihood reoffended and have been back in the system uneducated, a horrendous record, and no future. Great to see this success story so far and although they're partners now, there is rehabilitation. Hopefully the emotional scars aren't too deep and they can stay trouble free. The lifestyle introduces an entirely new set of hurdles which is unfair, but that said good luck guys!
Heartbreaking. 😢
I used my goes too, had advertisements i watching him video games commercials mid 90s and 80s. Dream come true. Likely old times.
It’s underrated
these kids turned into men’s and achieving success together
They turned into men and all it took was them taking another man's life.
At 3:10:26 , Colt and Miles talk about how receiving letters and corresponding with people from different walks of life around the country and world made a large, positive impact on them both. Is there an organization that connects people interested in becoming penpals with inmates convicted of crimes as children? How might viewers interested in contributing to that kind of positive influence go about it?
@caliea3336 - Wow, what a great question! Off the top of our heads, we don't know of any such organization but you've now compelled us to look into it further. Thank you so much for watching and asking. It truly does make a difference for so many kids/people. Have a great weekend!
I hope these guys get another chance at life, people are not disposable.. Some should never be released yet others work to show they are worthy of a second chance. Xx
Only in America that the prison system locks anyone up regardless of age
Yup it fuck up here they need to be fix
They murdered someone you fool? What do you suggest they do instead?
Monica you rock!💜
@leahstumm9662 - She is a wonderful human and a highly, highly respected attorney nationally. We were grateful she participated in our films. Thank you for watching!
Would love to know the name of the narrator.
It’s A.I
What's on the kid's tatoo at 4:24?
U mean what does it say?
How fair is it that Paul got released but cole continues to fulfill his full sentence? They played An equal part.. that doesn't seem fair at all
@missieszentes9858 - very good question! The reason that happened is because Paul and his family appealed his adult conviction after he was initially sentenced. Colt did not. He was afraid if he appealed he could actually get an even longer sentence than his 25 year sentence. However, once Paul's appeal was successful with the Indiana Supreme Court, that most likely played a big role in Colt's attorney being successful in advocating for Colt's sentence modification. Hope this helps explain things. Thank you again for watching and asking the question!
Colt is out
congratulations to miles and colt
The sentences they give kids in the USA is ridiculous! I'm in Canada. Most they would get here is 5 years
So if they murdered your loved one you would be okay with a five year sentence?
@@joycewright5386 no definitely not, but 60 years is crazy for a kid, 5 years is way too light of a sentence
I’m a Canadian prosecutor, while I agree with your comment that our criminal justice system tends to emphasize rehabilitation more than the American system , I’ve seen cases where youth are tried as adults for some pretty serious crimes (up to and including murder.)
@@GunvirSidhu I didn't know that kids could get sentenced as adults, in Canada. In the United States the shouldn't even have minors getting charged as minors, because they all get charged as adults anyway
I'm so happy for all of them in this video Paul, Greg, Colt, Miles that they're doing so wel, if there are more people like these 4 in the video, they should not spend to much time in jail, because they can be a great help for others.
I'm only wondering how Paul is doing right now? he was 12 years and 2 month old when he went to jail spend 7 years behind bars, and was also doing really well. It would be nice to know how he's doing now?
I just watch the first part of Paul and Colt, they were friends, and they shot colt's stepdad, I always say, there got to be a reason why these kids shoot a stepdad, when his stepdad have shown a lot of love to Colt, Colt and his friend Paul would have never and ever thought about shooting him. He probably have been a horrible stepdad to Cold and his friend Paul.
They're so young especially Paul, they don't think about prison because that's not something they have been involved with, But all what they were thinking, the pain and hurt that the stepdad gave them.
There is not one child in this world that will kill their parents or stepparents that dearly love their children or stepchildren. Even though, that give Colt and Paul never the right or the okay what they did, because that need to be punished, and here we can see that they are very healthy boys made great changes and learn a lot of skills. It's good that they are out of prison, and be good useful in society.
@RancheroTierra - Appreciate you watching these stories! The last we heard, Paul continues to do well. Thank you for asking, and again, thanks for your viewership!
@@CalamariProductions I'm very happy to hear that Paul is doing well.
Thank you very much for your reply, it's much appreciated.
Wow, sad stories and lots of regrets. If only we all learn our lessons in life. We are all the same, the only difference is some are caught and some are not.
Im on the outside looking in and I can tell you that I spend most of my days alone within a family
Porter county 36 years for that is a long time man that guy got railroaded Young kid too this whole justice system is ridiculous and it's disgusting
@jetfryl9831 - the 36 year sentence for Miles was the worst sentence we had ever witnessed for a juvenile with those charges. It took far too long for him to receive a sentence modification, but thankfully, a new prosecutor in the case was willing to review his case and ultimately, agreed to the modification. Today, he and Colt are both doing fantastic and always striving to improve the system for other kids. We will keep everyone updated on their stories. Thank you for watching.
Make Father's great again
"the court found you incompetent, you know know what that means?
Yeah, I do, it's uh... umm... it's uhh....
Exactly!"
"do you know what unconscionable means...?"
Our society is soooo civilized 😢😢😢 incarceration should not be about profits. For society, it should be about rehabilitation
No. The goal of incarceration is punishment for crimes. Rehabilitation is personal and a luxury. Your mindset is what got the death penalty banned, child rapists allowed to live etc. Pls dont vote
Monica! Touché’!
It will definitely break my heart if I lose a kid while in there i lost too many people out here
Can tell that they never had hit anyone with a lock u never put in the sock u tie it to it
There’s many open cells. That hit me
@AmandaWilkerson-z7g - Such a simple yet profound statement. Sad and true.
Wish the best for Miles and Colt. I believe when theyre released theres no coming back. Theyve paid their debt to society.
This is old, I wonder how these kids are doing now…
Imagine how boring it must be to live your life in those small cells, celldoor is open a few hours everyday. But locked much of the time also. Do your best to avoid ending up like this. Its easy if you try.