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This bill, known as the NyKayla Strawder Memorial Act, mandates that if a child under 13 years old is alleged to have committed an act that results in a victim's death, an intake officer must file a petition to declare that child a "child in need of supervision," meaning a child who requires court intervention due to their behavior. Additionally, it requires law enforcement officers to forward any complaint alleging a child under 13 committed an act causing a victim's death to the Department of Juvenile Services for further action. This legislation aims to ensure a formal process is initiated when very young children are involved in incidents with fatal consequences.

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