Supporting Juvenile Justice Reform and National Youth Justice Action Month.
The Senate supports designating October 2024 as National Youth Justice Action Month to raise awareness about the need for juvenile justice reform. The resolution emphasizes that treating youth in the adult criminal system is counterproductive, as research shows it increases the likelihood of future crimes by 34%. It aims to promote policies that focus on rehabilitation and age-appropriate services for young people, rather than punitive measures.
Key points
Acknowledging that prosecuting youth as adults decreases public safety and makes them 34% more likely to commit future crimes compared to the juvenile system.
Expressing support for the goals of Youth Justice Action Month to increase public awareness and promote community-based action for reform.
Recognizing that adult criminal consequences (like permanent records) should not automatically apply to individuals arrested before age 18.
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