Minnesota HF5135 delays the age at which a child can be considered a delinquent child from 10 to 13 years old.

Minnesota HF5135 amends the definition of a "delinquent child" by raising the age threshold from 10 to 13 years old. This change affects children who have committed delinquent acts or juvenile petty offenses. The bill also modifies the definition of "child in need of protection or services" to include children who have been neglected, including the withholding of medically indicated treatment from infants with life-threatening conditions. The changes are set to take effect on August 1, 2026.

Minnesota HF5135 delays the age at which a child can be considered a delinquent child from 10 to 13 years old.

Minnesota HF5135 amends the definition of a "delinquent child" by raising the age threshold from 10 to 13 years old. This change affects children who have committed delinquent acts or juvenile petty offenses. The bill also modifies the definition of "child in need of protection or services" to include children who have been neglected, including the withholding of medically indicated treatment from infants with life-threatening conditions. The changes are set to take effect on August 1, 2026.