This bill establishes penalties for parents or legal guardians of juveniles who demonstrate willful or wanton disregard in supervising their children, leading to delinquent behavior. Specifically, if a juvenile is adjudicated delinquent for engaging in improper behavior that results in property damage, the parent or guardian may face a fine of $1,000. Additionally, if the juvenile is adjudicated for a first offense of inciting a public brawl, the parent or guardian could be guilty of a petty disorderly persons offense, while a second or subsequent offense would result in the parent or guardian being guilty of a disorderly persons offense.

The bill aims to hold parents and guardians accountable for their children's actions, particularly in cases of public disorder. The penalties outlined include fines and potential imprisonment, with a petty disorderly persons offense carrying a maximum of 30 days in jail and a $500 fine, while a disorderly persons offense could lead to up to six months in jail and a $1,000 fine. The act is set to take effect upon the enactment of related legislation.