Torey Michael Adamcik was a happy, well-adjusted 16 year old with no history of violence. Today, Torey is facing a life sentence in an adult prison for a murder he didn't commit.
It could happen to anyone...
Imagine your precious child, who has always been a joy and blessing in your life, who has never been in any trouble, meets someone and in six weeks his whole life is destroyed. That’s what happened to our son, Torey Adamcik. Read Torey's Story.Kids in the justice system
The United States is a world leader in convicting children as adults. Unfortunately, once a child is charged as an adult, the likelihood of a fair trial is very small. The media sensationalizes crimes committed by juveniles, and kids are usually convicted in the press before their cases ever reach trial.About Tried As Adults
Tried As Adults was founded in 2007 to heighten awareness about children, such as Torey Adamcik,in the adult justice system. Read more about what you can do to help Torey and other children like him.Help is needed for Torey, and other children like him.
How You Can Help
If you have any information regarding other juveniles who have been charged as adults, please forward us that information. We are trying to start legislating for youths charged in Idaho.You can show your support by writing letters of encouragement to Torey. We will pass all letters on to Torey.
You can spread the word about Torey’s situation.
You can make a donation to help with Torey's legal defense.
You can contact local legislators to protest youths in the adult system.
Washington, DC, Office
1339 Longworth
Washington, D.C. 20515
Phone: 202-225-5531
Fax: 202-225-8216
Boise Office
802 West Bannock, Suite 600
Boise, ID 83702
Phone: 208-334-1953
Fax: 208-334-9533
Idaho Falls Office
490 Memorial Drive, Suite 103
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Phone: 208-523-6701
Fax: 208-523-2384
Twin Falls Office
1341 Fillmore St. #202
Twin Falls, ID 83301
Phone: 208-734-7219
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Pocatello Office
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Pocatello, ID 83201
Phone: 208-233-2222
Fax: 208-233-2095
Craig, Larry E.- (R - ID)
520 HART SENATE OFFICE BUILDING
WASHINGTON DC 20510
(202) 224-2752
http://craig.senate.gov/contact.cfm
Crapo, Mike - (R - ID)
239 DIRKSEN SENATE OFFICE BUILDING
WASHINGTON DC 20510
(202) 224-6142
http://crapo.senate.gov/contact/email.cfm
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