Secure youth treatment facilities for California wards over 14 years old.

California SB824 amends the Welfare and Institutions Code to allow courts to commit wards over 14 years old to secure youth treatment facilities for offenses warranting seven or more years in adult prison. The court sets a baseline confinement term based on the most serious recent offense, with modifications possible every six months. The facility must meet specific standards and may be a stand-alone facility or part of an existing county juvenile facility. The court may transfer the ward to a less restrictive program if it facilitates reintegration.

Secure youth treatment facilities for California wards over 14 years old.

California SB824 amends the Welfare and Institutions Code to allow courts to commit wards over 14 years old to secure youth treatment facilities for offenses warranting seven or more years in adult prison. The court sets a baseline confinement term based on the most serious recent offense, with modifications possible every six months. The facility must meet specific standards and may be a stand-alone facility or part of an existing county juvenile facility. The court may transfer the ward to a less restrictive program if it facilitates reintegration.