2019 Senate Bill 96

Juvenile justice “raise the age” reform

Introduced in the Senate

Feb. 7, 2019

Introduced by Sen. Adam Hollier (D-2)

To prohibit placing a youth under age 18 who was arrested or convicted for a crime with adults during confinement, trial, or transport. 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