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FL H0489

FL H0489
Juvenile Civil Citation and Similar Diversion Programs


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Introduced
10/31/2017
In Committee
11/08/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/10/2018

Introduced Session

2018 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requires establishment of civil citation or similar diversion programs for juveniles; specifies program eligibility, participation, & implementation requirements.

AI Summary

This bill requires the establishment of civil citation or similar diversion programs for juveniles in each county in Florida. The programs must serve all juveniles who are alleged to have committed a misdemeanor offense, and law enforcement officers are required to issue a civil citation or require participation in a similar diversion program for certain specified misdemeanor offenses. The bill also outlines the process for the programs, including the assignment of community service hours and intervention services, and provides exceptions for certain offenses. Additionally, the bill amends existing laws to exempt juveniles who participate in such programs from certain fingerprinting and photographing requirements.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Died in Criminal Justice Subcommittee (on 03/10/2018)

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