An act relating to juvenile proceedings, criminal procedures, and forensic facilities for criminal justice-involved individuals

Summary

The legislation moves a larger set of violent and drug offenses committed by youths from the Family Division to the Criminal Division of the Superior Court and ends the "Raise the Age" treatment for 19‑year‑olds. It also adds stricter limits on suspended or reduced sentences for repeat offenders, requires new bail‑revocation procedures, and establishes a forensic facility for certain offenders. The changes aim to increase public safety and streamline how serious juvenile cases are handled.

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