Beyond Scared Straight — Season 7
In prison for a day to stay out for life.
About this season
Observing programs for troubled teens in which inmates reveal the realities of prison life in the hope of deterring them from a life of crime.
Episodes (6)
1. St. Clair County, IL: Bunk and Junk
Aired 26 June 2014 • 60 min
A stint in jail tests the loyalty of two close-knit sisters; a teenage thief follows in the footsteps of his younger brother.
2. Chester County, SC: Girls
Aired 3 July 2014 • 60 min
A larcenous teen uses a Taser on her enemies; cameras capture a young brawler's humiliating defeat; a loudmouth threatens to kill her teacher; a spoiled brat shoplifts and plays hooky.
3. San Bernardino, CA: Hold on Turbo
Aired 10 July 2014 • 60 min
A 14-year-old from San Bernardino, Calif., who hangs out with hang members spends a memorable day behind bars.
4. Hampton Roads, VA: Jailhouse Rap
Aired 17 July 2014 • 60 min
A violent 15-year-old fighter gets socked by reality after an unexpected jailhouse encounter with a relative.
5. Douglas County, GA: Judgement Day
Aired 24 July 2014 • 60 min
A combative Georgia teenager lies to a judge and is ordered to spend some time in the Douglas County Jail.
6. Fulton County, GA: Blood Orange
Aired 31 July 2014 • 60 min
A 13-year-old arsonist schemes to assault members of a rival gang, but his criminal plans change after he squeals on a larcenous convict.