SB2731Introduced in the Senate
Juvenile Justice Diversion Program; authorize diversion within the Division of Youth Services within DHS.
Introduced by Joey Fillingane, District 41
What does this bill do?
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Official description
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.
Where it stands
Died In Committee
February 3, 2026
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Bill history
Referred To Judiciary, Division A
Died In Committee
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