Maryland Faces Lawsuits Over Alleged Sexual Abuse at Youth Facility

Dozens of lawsuits filed against Maryland state agencies claim systemic sexual abuse at Good Shepherd Services, a juvenile facility.

More than three dozen individuals have filed lawsuits alleging sexual abuse at Good Shepherd Services, a Maryland youth program.
The lawsuits target Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, Department of Human Services, and Department of Health for failing to protect vulnerable youth.
Allegations include abuse by staff, including nuns and priests, with some victims reportedly drugged to prevent resistance.
Good Shepherd Services was closed in 2017 following similar allegations and a lack of proper supervision.
The legal actions follow Maryland's elimination of the statute of limitations for child sexual abuse cases, prompting a surge in lawsuits.