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MA H2489

Improving juvenile justice data collection


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
09/11/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to improve data collection in the juvenile justice system. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

AI Summary

This bill aims to improve data collection in the juvenile justice system. It requires various state agencies, courts, and law enforcement entities to collect and report comprehensive data on juveniles' contacts with the juvenile justice system, including at key points such as referral to diversion programs, arrest, arraignment, and case disposition. The data will be assembled and published annually by the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, Attorney General, Chief Justice for Administration and Management, and Executive Office for Human Services. The bill also establishes a Juvenile Justice Policy and Data Commission to oversee the data collection and use, evaluate policies, and recommend improvements to the juvenile justice system.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (30)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4874 (on 08/09/2018)

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