Simple English definitions for legal terms
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A reformatory is a place where young people who have broken the law go to learn how to behave better. It's like a school, but instead of regular classes, they learn how to make good choices and follow rules. Sometimes people call it a reform school.
A reformatory is a type of prison for young people who have committed crimes. It is also known as a reform school.
These examples show how a reformatory is a place where young people who have broken the law are sent to be punished and hopefully rehabilitated. It is a way to help them learn from their mistakes and become better citizens in the future.