2019 Senate Bill 94

Juvenile justice “raise the age” reform

Introduced in the Senate

Feb. 7, 2019

Introduced by Sen. Jeff Irwin (D-18)

To revise a law that prescribes the disposition of persons found not guilty by reason of insanity so that it applies to individuals age 18 and above instead of age 17 and above. This is part of a broader "raise the age" juvenile justice reform effort.

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety

April 23, 2019

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

April 24, 2019

Passed in the Senate 37 to 1 (details)

Received in the House

April 24, 2019

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary