Establishes a voluntary certification program for community juvenile crime prevention programs in South Carolina.

The bill amends the South Carolina Code to create a voluntary certification program for community juvenile crime prevention programs. These programs, operated by public or private nonprofit entities, aim to prevent juvenile crime and delinquency. The Department of Juvenile Justice will establish certification requirements, including comprehensive child protection policies and evidence-informed quality standards. Certified programs will be listed on the department's website, while uncertified programs are prohibited from claiming certification. Violators face civil penalties.

Establishes a voluntary certification program for community juvenile crime prevention programs in South Carolina.

The bill amends the South Carolina Code to create a voluntary certification program for community juvenile crime prevention programs. These programs, operated by public or private nonprofit entities, aim to prevent juvenile crime and delinquency. The Department of Juvenile Justice will establish certification requirements, including comprehensive child protection policies and evidence-informed quality standards. Certified programs will be listed on the department's website, while uncertified programs are prohibited from claiming certification. Violators face civil penalties.