Washington SB5426 amends juvenile justice laws to enhance diversion programs for youth.

Washington SB5426 amends the state's juvenile justice laws to improve developmentally appropriate alternatives for youth outside the formal court process. The bill redefines terms such as "assessment," "community-based rehabilitation," and "restorative justice." It mandates that the Secretary of Children, Youth, and Families seek advice from juvenile justice system participants in developing standards and procedures for consolidated juvenile services programs.

Washington SB5426 amends juvenile justice laws to enhance diversion programs for youth.

Washington SB5426 amends the state's juvenile justice laws to improve developmentally appropriate alternatives for youth outside the formal court process. The bill redefines terms such as "assessment," "community-based rehabilitation," and "restorative justice." It mandates that the Secretary of Children, Youth, and Families seek advice from juvenile justice system participants in developing standards and procedures for consolidated juvenile services programs.