Texas SB1752 amends juvenile justice laws, including the repeal of the status offense of a child voluntarily running away from home.

Texas SB1752 amends the Family Code to redefine "status offense" as conduct a child commits that would not be a crime if committed by an adult. It repeals the status offense of running away from home and limits the detention of children accused only of status offenses. The bill also restricts the placement of status offenders in secure facilities and mandates the release of children from detention if not released within specific timeframes. Effective September 1, 2025, the changes apply to conduct occurring after the effective date.

Texas SB1752 amends juvenile justice laws, including the repeal of the status offense of a child voluntarily running away from home.

Texas SB1752 amends the Family Code to redefine "status offense" as conduct a child commits that would not be a crime if committed by an adult. It repeals the status offense of running away from home and limits the detention of children accused only of status offenses. The bill also restricts the placement of status offenders in secure facilities and mandates the release of children from detention if not released within specific timeframes. Effective September 1, 2025, the changes apply to conduct occurring after the effective date.