Bill > HB105

This bill allows courts to extend a juvenile offender's commitment or probation period up to the age of twenty-five, giving judges discretion to consider the child's individual circumstances and history when making these decisions, which is a change from previous limitations that generally capped these periods at age twenty-one. The bill amends existing laws related to the disposition of delinquent children and youthful offenders, specifically modifying provisions that outline the types of commitments and the duration of probation or supervision, and it also clarifies that extensions are permissible if deemed necessary for the welfare of the child or public safety.

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=105&year=26