Utah boarding school where Paris Hilton alleged abuse as a teen loses its licence
Summary
A Utah girls' boarding school where Paris Hilton said she was abused as a teenager has had its license revoked by state officials. The school faced complaints for unsafe treatment, neglect, and physical restraint, and must close by August 6 unless it successfully appeals.Key Facts
- The Provo Canyon School in Utah lost its license because it failed to provide safe care for children.
- State regulators reported misuse of physical restraint and neglect from 2025 onward.
- Paris Hilton, who attended the school in the 1990s, publicly accused the facility of abuse.
- Hilton has campaigned to close the school and testified before Congress for youth protection laws.
- The school described itself as a psychiatric treatment center for girls aged 12 to 18.
- The school has 15 days to appeal the license revocation decision.
- Officials said they are reviewing legal options but remain committed to adolescent care.
- The boys’ campus of the same school also faced restrictions after failing to protect a boy’s safety.
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