This bill amends current law to authorize home detention for juveniles who have been adjudicated delinquent for specific motor vehicle offenses, namely theft of a motor vehicle or unlawful taking of a motor vehicle. The court is granted the authority to determine the duration and conditions of the home detention, which cannot exceed 60 days. Additionally, the bill stipulates that juveniles placed on home detention may leave their residence for approved reasons, such as attending school, participating in after-school activities, employment, counseling, community service, or attending court or probation appointments.

The bill also includes several amendments to existing provisions regarding the disposition of delinquency cases. Notably, it introduces new language allowing for home detention as a viable option for certain offenses while maintaining the court's discretion in establishing conditions for rehabilitation. The bill aims to provide a structured alternative to incarceration, focusing on rehabilitation and accountability for juvenile offenders.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 2A:4A-43