Prohibiting the use of restraints during hearings under the revised Kansas juvenile justice code unless restraints are deemed appropriate by the court.

Summary

The bill would prohibit the use of any physical restraints on a juvenile during a hearing, requiring them to be removed before the child appears before the court. Restraints could only be used if a judge, on its own motion or based on a recommendation, finds in the record that they are the least restrictive option needed to prevent harm, stop a flight risk, or address recent disruptive behavior. The measure also limits how restraints may be applied, allowing hand movement and banning attachment to walls, floors, other juveniles, or furniture.

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