HB1385

Pennsylvania HB1385 amends juvenile definitions and dispositions, focusing on delinquent child definitions, probation terms, and restitution.

Pennsylvania HB1385 amends the definitions of "child," "delinquent act," and "delinquent child" in Title 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes. It specifies that a child is under 18 years old, or under 21 if they committed a delinquent act before 18. A delinquent act is a crime excluding summary offenses, and a delinquent child is one who committed a delinquent act and needs treatment or rehabilitation. The bill also sets probation terms, allowing extensions for completing programs, and mandates restitution orders for victims.