The bill amends the Juvenile Community Corrections Act to enhance the use of funds from the Juvenile Community Corrections Grant Fund. It allows the department to utilize these funds not only for grants to counties, municipalities, or private organizations but also to directly operate programs that provide services for adjudicated delinquents or children and youth referred for services. The bill introduces new definitions, including "child" and "youth," and specifies that up to twelve percent of the fund can be used for administrative costs. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of volunteer services in these programs.

Furthermore, the bill repeals Section 33-9A-5, which may have previously outlined specific provisions related to the juvenile community corrections framework. The amendments aim to streamline the process for funding and operating community corrections programs, ensuring that resources are effectively allocated to support the rehabilitation and diversion of youth from the juvenile justice system.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 33-9A-2, 33-9A-3, 33-9A-4, 41-4-3, 41-13-2, 33-9A-5