RELATING TO JURISDICTION.

Summary

The bill revises the factors a family court must weigh before waiving jurisdiction over a minor charged as an adult, adding trauma, human trafficking, and sexual abuse as key considerations. It also requires the court to retain jurisdiction when clear and convincing evidence shows the minor was trafficked or abused by the alleged victim, and preserves jurisdiction for any later offenses. The changes aim to protect vulnerable youth and ensure their cases are handled within the family‑court system.

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