Abbie Christian, Deputy Compact Administrator - NE

"Abbie goes above and beyond for ICJ youth on a daily basis. She is tenacious and devoted, organized and tactful. Abbie is committed to ensuring Compact rules are followed, youth's best interests are served, and NE local staff are provided with accurate direction and guidance. She is patient with stakeholders, always taking the time to explain the rules or a specific process to Judges or attorneys, law enforcement and detention center staff. She is a tireless advocate for youth and the Interstate Commission for Juveniles." - Jacey Rader, Commissioner, Nebraska

Brandon Schimelpfenig, ICJ Coordinator - WY

"Brandon is always so helpful when contacted regarding cases. He is very pro-active and solution-focused. He has been instrumental in assisting with obtaining information and recommendations during pre-sentencing of a youth. This information allowed both states to have a voice in the process and to develop an effective and realistic plan for the youth in advance of sentencing rather than having to be reactive. " - Dawn Bailey, Compact Administrator, Washington 

Natalie Primak, Compact Administrator - PA

"Natalie provides timely direction for Juvenile transfer issues that sometimes branch into adult transfer issues. She has extraordinary patience with newly assigned field staff. She always makes time to answer questions or solve difficult issues. On several occasions, she negotiated either returning our charges from other states, or sending other states their charges. On one specific case, there was wanted juvenile being held in a New Jersey secure facility. The facility was going to release the charge, even though a warrant was outstanding.

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