Criminal and Juvenile Justice Changes

Summary

HB 48 defines how Utah measures adult and juvenile recidivism, requires the state commission to report on those metrics, and directs the commission to promote evidence‑based juvenile programs and performance‑based contracting. It also changes how a minor sentenced to prison is provisionally housed, limiting placement to secure care facilities until age 25 except for aggravated murder cases. The changes aim to improve data, reduce repeat offending, and ensure safer, more effective treatment of youth offenders.

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