The bill aims to expand the jurisdiction of juvenile courts to include individuals up to 21 years of age, instead of the current cutoff at 18. This expansion seeks to provide young adults with access to more appropriate rehabilitative services and support systems within the juvenile justice system. By extending the age limit for juvenile court jurisdiction, the bill intends to address issues related to young adult offenders and improve outcomes for this population by focusing on rehabilitation rather than punitive measures.
2023-01-19: First reading, referred to Human Services, Youth, & Early Learning.
2023-02-10: Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services, Youth, & Early Learning at 8:00 AM.
2024-01-08: By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
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