DELINQUENCY ACT CHANGES

Summary

The bill revises the Delinquency Act by redefining who counts as a “child,” expanding what actions are considered delinquent, and clarifying when a child may be detained before a court hearing. It also lengthens the standard commitment periods for certain juvenile offenders, requires validated risk‑assessment tools, and sets research‑based standards for grant‑funded services while still prioritizing adjudicated youths. These changes are intended to bring more consistency and accountability to the state’s juvenile‑justice system.

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