SB110

Kansas SB110 prohibits the use of restraints on juveniles during hearings unless the court deems them necessary.

Kansas SB110 amends the revised Kansas juvenile justice code to prohibit the use of restraints on juveniles during hearings unless the court finds them necessary for specific reasons. These reasons include preventing physical harm to the juvenile or others, maintaining courtroom decorum, or ensuring the juvenile can read and handle documents. If restraints are ordered, the court must use the least restrictive means and allow the juvenile sufficient movement. The bill also mandates that if an officer recommends restraints, this recommendation must be documented.