SB0067S01 | Juvenile Commitment Amendments

Description
General Description: 

This bill addresses the commitment of a juvenile offender to secure care.

Highlighted Provisions: 

12 ▸ amends provisions regarding the extension of a juvenile offender's term of secure
13 care;

Bill Details
Bill Number: 
SB0067S01
Year: 
2023
Status: 
Governor Signed
Last Action: 
Mar 14, 2023
Sponsor
Senator
Stephanie Pitcher
Democrat - District 14
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$0
None
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Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Support
Impact on Children: 

Every child should have the opportunity to reach their full potential—even if they make a mistake while growing up. Juveniles should not be required to spend more time in secure care than an adult would for the same misdemeanor offense.

Commission: 
Safety
Utah PTA Public Policy Program
National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions: 

National PTA Position Statement - CHILD SAFETY AND PROTECTION

A founding purpose of National PTA is to promote safety for children and youth. National PTA
urges its members at all levels to monitor, support, and advocate for laws and programs

National PTA and Utah PTA Position Statements: 

National PTA Position Statement - CHILD SAFETY AND PROTECTION

A founding purpose of National PTA is to promote safety for children and youth. National PTA
urges its members at all levels to monitor, support, and advocate for laws and programs

• Assist youth leaving the juvenile justice system, and prevent their return.