HB1671

Mississippi HB1671 regulates youth court and youth court referees, establishing training requirements and operational guidelines.

Mississippi HB1671 amends sections of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to regulate youth court and youth court referees. It mandates that referees appointed after July 1, 1991, receive judicial training approved by the Mississippi Judicial College and regular annual continuing education in juvenile justice. The bill outlines procedures for appointing referees, their duties, and the consequences for failing to meet training requirements. It also details the operations of teen courts, including eligibility criteria for offenders, permissible activities, and funding sources.