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Easier Court Access for Prisoners Under 22 Regarding Civil Rights.

This Act simplifies the process for young individuals in correctional facilities to pursue their civil rights in court. It removes the requirement that prisoners under the age of 22 must exhaust all internal prison grievance procedures before filing a civil lawsuit. This change applies to current prisoners under 22 or claims related to conditions experienced before that age.
Key points
Inmates under 22 years old can file civil lawsuits concerning prison conditions more quickly.
Eliminates the requirement to complete internal prison administrative procedures before taking a case to federal court.
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Print number: 118_S_2573
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Justice for Juveniles Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2573.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Inmates under 22 years old can file civil lawsuits concerning prison conditions more quickly.
  • Eliminates the requirement to complete internal prison administrative procedures before taking a case to federal court.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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