Amendments to the age at which a child may be considered a delinquent child delayed.

Summary

The bill changes Minnesota law so that children younger than 13 will continue to be considered delinquent for offenses committed after August 1, 2026, with the new age‑based exclusion not taking effect until August 1, 2027. It affects any minor under 13 who would otherwise be classified as a delinquent child and the juvenile courts that process those cases. The delay keeps current juvenile‑justice procedures in place for an additional year.

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