Bill > H875

This bill aims to establish best practices for the use of restraints and room confinement in juvenile court proceedings. It prohibits the use of restraints on juveniles appearing in court unless the presiding judge makes specific findings that restraints are necessary due to risk of escape, threat to safety, or to maintain order. The bill also prohibits the use of involuntary room confinement as a consequence for juveniles committed to the Department of Youth Services. The key terms defined in the bill are "juveniles," which refers to individuals under 18 in delinquency, children requiring assistance, and care and protection cases, and under 21 in youthful offender cases, and "restraints," which refers to devices that limit voluntary physical movement.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H875