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Introduced
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act to amend Section 782 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to juveniles.
AI Summary
This bill clarifies that when a juvenile court judge dismisses a petition or sets aside findings and dismisses a petition in the interests of justice or because a minor doesn't need treatment or rehabilitation, that dismissal means the adjudication is considered as if it never happened, and the person cannot face any future negative consequences based on that dismissed adjudication. This change aims to codify a previous court ruling and ensures that individuals are not penalized for past juvenile court matters that have been officially dismissed under these specific circumstances.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read first time. (on 02/23/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB1285 |
| BillText | https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB1285#99INT |
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