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MA H3102

Relative to a juvenile justice police and data commission


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

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

By Mr. Markey of Dartmouth, a petition of Christopher M. Markey and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study and evaluate policies related to the juvenile justice system. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a Juvenile Justice Policy and Data Commission convened by the Child Advocate for Massachusetts. The Commission will evaluate policies related to the juvenile justice system, oversee data collection and dissemination, and study the implementation of any major statutory changes, including the expansion of juvenile jurisdiction to include persons 18-20 years old. The Commission will consist of various stakeholders and submit annual reports to the legislature, judiciary, and governor on recommended statutory changes, goals for the system, the capabilities and limitations of data systems, the impact of legislation expanding juvenile jurisdiction, the quality and accessibility of diversionary programs, and the overlap between the juvenile justice and mental health systems. The reports will also include any appropriations necessary to accomplish the Commission's goals and policy changes.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (14)

Last Action

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

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