The bill enacts R.S. 15:933.2, which establishes a requirement for the Office of Juvenile Justice in Louisiana to submit an annual report to the legislature. This report must be submitted by February 1st each year to specific legislative committees and the David R. Poynter Legislative Research Library. The report is mandated to include detailed information on various aspects of juvenile justice, such as available prevention and intervention programs, the development of diversion programs, and access to educational and health resources for juveniles in custody.
Additionally, the report must provide statistical data regarding the juveniles in custody, including their age and facility, the number of complaints received from juveniles or their families, investigations conducted in response to these complaints, and the status of any lawsuits. This new requirement aims to enhance transparency and accountability within the juvenile justice system in Louisiana.