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AB 114, as amended, Carter. Juvenile court law: purpose.
Existing law sets forth the purpose of juvenile court law, and
provides that a minor under the jurisdiction of the juvenile court
who is in need of protective services shall receive care, treatment,
and guidance consistent with his or her best interest and the best
interest of the public. Existing law provides that a minor under the
jurisdiction of the juvenile court as a consequence of delinquent
conduct shall, in conformity with the interests of public safety and
protection, receive care, treatment, and guidance that is consistent
with his or her best interest, that holds the minor accountable for
his or her behavior, and that is appropriate for his or her
circumstances.
This bill would authorize a county to adopt a restorative justice
program to address the needs of minors, victims, and the community.
The bill would require the restorative justice program to be
implemented through a restorative justice protocol developed by the
juvenile court in conjunction with the prosecutor, public defender,
and other interested groups. The bill would prohibit the use of
General Fund moneys to fund the program. The bill would include
related findings and declarations.

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