Pennsylvania 2023-2024 Regular Session

Pennsylvania House Bill HB2628

Introduced
10/9/24  

Caption

In juvenile matters, further providing for disposition of delinquent child and for limitation on and change in place of commitment; and making editorial changes.

Impact

The bill's impact is primarily felt in the way juvenile delinquency cases are processed within the legal system. It aims to streamline procedures relating to the adjudication and disposition of cases involving minors. The updates are intended to create more consistency in how courts handle such cases, potentially reducing discrepancies in outcomes based on geographic or judicial variations. By clarifying points related to commitment locations and the rationale behind them, the bill seeks to enhance the rehabilitation prospects for juvenile offenders.

Summary

House Bill 2628 focuses on reforms in juvenile matters, particularly concerning the disposition of delinquent children and regulations on the change of commitment locations. The bill aims to provide clarity and update existing laws that may have become outdated or ambiguous, ensuring that the juvenile justice system operates more effectively. The proposed changes and editorial modifications reflect a commitment to improving the handling of juvenile cases while addressing procedural concerns that have been raised over time.

Sentiment

The sentiment around HB 2628 appears to be cautiously optimistic among advocates for juvenile justice reform, who recognize the necessity of the changes proposed. However, there are underlying concerns regarding the balance between ensuring accountability for delinquency and providing opportunities for rehabilitation. Stakeholders involved in juvenile justice, including social workers and legal experts, have shown support for the bill, emphasizing the need for legislative support to improve outcomes for children in the justice system.

Contention

Notable points of contention include debates over the specific limitations on changes to commitment locations and the extent to which these changes might impact the existing framework of juvenile justice. Some critics argue that while reform is necessary, certain aspects of the bill might inadvertently limit the flexibility needed for case-by-case considerations in juvenile situations. The need for further amendments or clarifications is likely to emerge as discussions continue, especially as the bill progresses through the legislative process.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA SB169

In juvenile matters, further providing for limitation on and change in place of commitment; and making editorial changes.

PA HB1385

In juvenile matters, further providing for definitions and for disposition of delinquent child.

PA SB752

In juvenile matters, further providing for definitions, for powers and duties of probation officers and for informal adjustment, providing for requirement of diversion and further providing for taking into custody, for detention of child, for release or delivery to court, for release from detention or commencement of proceedings, for informal hearing, for release or holding of hearing, for consent decree, for disposition of delinquent child and for limitation on and change in place of commitment.

PA HB1381

In juvenile matters, further providing for short title and purposes of chapter, for definitions, for scope of chapter, for powers and duties of probation officers, for summary offenses, for inspection of court files and records, for guardian ad litem for child in court proceedings, for transfer from criminal proceedings, for informal adjustment, for taking into custody, for detention of child, for release or delivery to court and for place of detention, providing for confinement in juvenile treatment facilities, further providing for notice and hearing, providing for questioning and interrogating a child, further providing for consent decree, providing for school stability for certain students, further providing for disposition of delinquent child, for limitation on and change in place of commitment and for transfer to criminal proceedings.

PA SB143

In human trafficking, further providing for definitions, for victim protection during prosecution and for safe harbor for sexually exploited children; in sex trafficking and missing and abducted children, further providing for county responsibilities; in juvenile matters, further providing for dependency in lieu of delinquency; and making an editorial change.

PA SB1299

In human trafficking, further providing for definitions, for victim protection during prosecution and for safe harbor for sexually exploited children; in sex trafficking and missing and abducted children, further providing for county responsibilities; in juvenile matters, further providing for dependency in lieu of delinquency; and making an editorial change.

PA SB170

In criminal history record information, further providing for juvenile records; and, in juvenile matters, further providing for powers and duties of probation officers, for informal adjustment, for consent decree, for adjudication, for disposition of delinquent child and for powers and duties.

PA HB1383

In juvenile matters, further providing for definitions, for scope of chapter, for inspection of court files and records, for transfer from criminal proceedings, for place of detention and for conduct of hearings and repealing provisions relating to transfer to criminal proceedings; and making editorial changes.

PA HB1551

In juvenile matters, further providing for definitions, for scope of chapter, for inspection of court files and records, for transfer from criminal proceedings, for place of detention and for conduct of hearings and repealing provisions relating to transfer to criminal proceedings; and making editorial changes.

PA HB134

Delinquency Act Changes

Similar Bills

PA HB1385

In juvenile matters, further providing for definitions and for disposition of delinquent child.

NJ A4335

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NJ A4684

Provides that court may order certain juveniles adjudicated delinquent to perform community service where offense was committed.

NJ A5187

Authorizes home detention for juveniles adjudicated delinquent for certain motor vehicle offenses.

NJ A4650

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NJ A3793

Authorizes home detention for juveniles adjudicated delinquent for certain motor vehicle offenses.

MS SB2544

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MS HB808

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