The bill amends Section 12-15-217 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to enhance the notification process regarding juvenile offenders in K-12 schools. It mandates that written notification be sent to the local superintendent of education or the principal of a private K-12 school when a child enrolled in the school has been charged with or adjudicated delinquent for committing certain serious offenses, including capital offenses such as murder and first-degree rape. The bill also allows for notification in cases where the child has been charged with any act that would be considered a crime if committed by an adult, although this is at the discretion of the juvenile court.

Key changes in the bill include the insertion of specific language that clarifies the types of offenses that require notification and the timeline for providing such notice, which is set at seven days after the charge or adjudication. Additionally, the bill modifies the language regarding the confidentiality of the information shared with school personnel, emphasizing that it should be used solely for the purpose of rehabilitating the child and protecting other students and staff. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.