An act relating to youthful offender proceedings

Summary

The legislation requires Vermont courts to consider whether a young offender admits causing harm and to allow victims to speak at both the youthful‑offender hearing and the disposition hearing. It also creates new grounds for revoking youthful‑offender status, such as being charged with a violent crime while on probation or missing a revocation hearing without good cause. The changes aim to improve public safety while preserving treatment‑focused options for eligible youths.

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