New York S02303 requires a probation investigation and diagnostic assessment for juvenile delinquents with handicapping conditions before a.

New York S02303 amends the family court act to mandate that judges order a probation investigation and diagnostic assessment for juvenile delinquents who have a demonstrable need for remediation of a discernible handicapping condition. This assessment must occur before a dispositional hearing. The diagnostic assessment includes psychological tests and psychiatric interviews to determine mental capacity and emotional stability. The bill also allows judges to refer custody to state agencies for placement into existing programs.

New York S02303 requires a probation investigation and diagnostic assessment for juvenile delinquents with handicapping conditions before a.

New York S02303 amends the family court act to mandate that judges order a probation investigation and diagnostic assessment for juvenile delinquents who have a demonstrable need for remediation of a discernible handicapping condition. This assessment must occur before a dispositional hearing. The diagnostic assessment includes psychological tests and psychiatric interviews to determine mental capacity and emotional stability. The bill also allows judges to refer custody to state agencies for placement into existing programs.