Bill > H419

This bill aims to prevent a "finding of delinquency" from being entered against individuals for certain violations, particularly those classified as civil infractions. A "finding of delinquency" typically means a juvenile has been found to have committed an offense. The bill proposes to amend existing laws, specifically Chapter 90 (related to motor vehicles), Chapter 119 (related to children and families), and Chapter 272 (related to crimes against chastity, morality, etc.). In essence, it clarifies that a "civil infraction," defined as a violation where a civil proceeding is allowed and no attorney is appointed or jail time imposed, should not lead to a delinquency finding. This change is intended to differentiate minor offenses from more serious ones that could result in a juvenile record. The bill also makes a technical correction by removing a reference to Chapter 119 in another section of law.