S.B. No. 1924 aims to enhance the enforcement of certain criminal offenses occurring on school property while ensuring the protection of minors involved. The bill amends existing laws to establish confidentiality for records related to school offenses committed by children, stipulating that such information is not subject to public disclosure and can only be shared with the child's parents or guardians. It also mandates that courts ensure the anonymity of minors in related proceedings and allows for the expunction of records for individuals convicted of school offenses upon graduation or when they are no longer eligible to attend public school. Additionally, the bill introduces a requirement for students convicted of school offenses to complete community service and pay fines before graduating from high school.

Furthermore, the bill outlines restrictions on the arrest of children on school property, allowing such actions only if the child poses an immediate threat. It also establishes a system of graduated sanctions that school districts must implement before filing complaints against children for certain offenses, with exceptions for serious threats to safety. The legislation requires schools to report the number of citations issued to students, disaggregated by various demographic factors, to promote transparency and accountability. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025, and apply only to offenses committed after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 37.143, Education Code 52.01, Education Code 37.145 (Education Code 52, Education Code 37)
Senate Committee Report: Education Code 28.025, Education Code 37.143, Education Code 52.01, Education Code 37.145 (Education Code 28, Education Code 52, Education Code 37)
Engrossed: Education Code 28.025, Education Code 37.143, Education Code 52.01, Education Code 37.145 (Education Code 28, Education Code 52, Education Code 37)