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Neutral Bill Mar 16, 2026

Juvenile Justice Diversion Program; authorize diversion within the Division of Youth Services within DHS.

An Act To Amend Section 43-27-201, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Rename The "adolescent Opportunity Program" Within The Division Of Youth Services To The "juvenile Justice Diversion Program"; To Require The Juvenile Justice Diversion Program To Offer Alternatives To Detention During After School And Weekend Hours; To Provide That Subject To Availability Of Funds Appropriated Therefor By The Legislature, The Juvenile Justice Diversion Program May Operate As Pre-petition Diversion And As A Post-adjudication Diversion For The Purpose Of Diverting Juveniles From Detention; And For Related Purposes.

https://legiscan.com/MS/bill/SB2731/2026
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