Authorizes the correctional association to inspect residential juvenile detention facilities.
The bill authorizes the correctional association to inspect residential juvenile detention facilities, including non-secure and secure facilities. It mandates unannounced visits and access to documents, records, and other materials. The correctional association can report maltreatment or abuse to relevant authorities and has confidential contact with youth. The office of children and family services must respond to the correctional association's findings and recommendations. The bill also establishes a confidential hotline for youth to report maltreatment or abuse.
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