The proposed bill establishes the Juvenile Probation Administration Act, which transfers juvenile probation functions from the Office of Probation Administration in the judicial branch to a newly created Juvenile Probation Agency within the executive branch. The bill outlines the agency's structure, responsibilities, and the appointment of a Juvenile Probation Administrator by the Governor. It emphasizes community involvement in juvenile supervision, the creation of juvenile probation districts, and the establishment of minimum qualifications for juvenile probation officers. The legislation aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of juvenile probation services in Nebraska by harmonizing existing laws and repealing certain terminated entities.

Additionally, the bill introduces several amendments to existing juvenile probation laws, including the establishment of new funds to support probation services and the introduction of performance metrics for probation officers. It clarifies the roles and responsibilities of district probation officers, enhances restorative justice practices, and updates terminology throughout the legal framework to reflect the transition to the Juvenile Probation Agency. The bill also emphasizes the importance of collaboration among various stakeholders in the juvenile justice system and outlines procedures for handling probation violations, ensuring that the focus remains on rehabilitation and community safety. Overall, the legislation aims to improve the juvenile justice process and support the successful reintegration of juveniles into the community.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 29-2260.01, 29-2260.02, 29-2270, 29-2271, 29-2272, 29-2273, 25-2407, 28-726, 29-2246, 29-2248, 29-2252.01, 29-2253, 29-2257, 29-2258, 29-2292, 29-4803, 43-247.03, 43-250, 43-254, 43-258, 43-260, 43-260.01, 43-281, 43-286, 43-286.01, 43-290.01, 43-297.01, 43-412, 43-425, 43-1302, 43-1303, 43-1304, 43-1309, 43-1311.03, 43-1503, 43-2404.01, 43-2404.02, 43-2411, 43-2412, 43-4101, 43-4102, 43-4203, 43-4206, 43-4304, 43-4314, 43-4316, 43-4318, 43-4319, 43-4320, 43-4321, 43-4324, 43-4326, 43-4327, 43-4328, 43-4331, 43-4703, 50-1203, 68-1732, 79-303.01, 79-2121, 81-1401, 81-1427, 83-1216