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| New law makes it harder to commit juveniles for minor offenses |
| By times-news.com - Mary Tablante |
| Published: 04/23/2013 |
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ANNAPOLIS — The Maryland General Assembly passed a bill in the recently completed session that prohibits juvenile courts from committing a child to the Department of Juvenile Services for out-of-home placement for minor offenses, including trespass and possession of marijuana. The aim is to reduce the number of youth sent to long-term juvenile facilities. Instead, the youth will receive services in their communities. Examples of out-of-home placement include foster homes, group homes and independent living programs. The bill, HB 916, will go into effect Oct. 1. Other offenses that will also not be eligible include thefts of less than $1,000; prostitution; malicious destruction of property; disorderly conduct; or if the most serious offense involves inhalants. Read More. |
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