Pennsylvania HB1381 amends the definition of "delinquent child" in juvenile matters.

Pennsylvania HB1381 amends Title 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to redefine "delinquent child." The bill specifies that a "delinquent child" is a child aged 13 or older found by the court to have committed a delinquent act and is in need of treatment, supervision, or rehabilitation. This change applies to proceedings that commence or transfers that occur after the effective date of the bill, which is 60 days after it takes effect.

Pennsylvania HB1381 amends the definition of "delinquent child" in juvenile matters.

Pennsylvania HB1381 amends Title 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to redefine "delinquent child." The bill specifies that a "delinquent child" is a child aged 13 or older found by the court to have committed a delinquent act and is in need of treatment, supervision, or rehabilitation. This change applies to proceedings that commence or transfers that occur after the effective date of the bill, which is 60 days after it takes effect.