House Bill 94 amends Tennessee Code Annotated to allow for extended jurisdiction over juvenile offenders who are under the age of twenty-five. Specifically, it introduces a new subdivision (b)(5)(C) that permits juvenile offenders who are adults under twenty-five to participate in a program established by Section 37-1-131(a)(9). Additionally, the bill allows courts to retain post-dispositional jurisdiction for juvenile offenders found delinquent, enabling them to impose adult-level sentences while prohibiting commitment to the Department of Children's Services or probation under its supervision.

The bill further outlines the procedures for the court to follow regarding juvenile offenders who reach their twenty-fifth birthday, including the requirement for a hearing to determine their status and potential release conditions. It mandates that local governments cover the costs associated with sentencing under this new program and requires annual reporting to legislative committees on the program's implementation and outcomes. Overall, the bill aims to provide a structured approach to managing juvenile offenders as they transition into adulthood while ensuring accountability and support.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 37-1-102(b)(5), 37-1-102, 37-1-131(a), 37-1-131, 37-1-134(c), 37-1-134