Assembly Bill 251 aims to clarify and establish the jurisdiction of the state of Wisconsin over juvenile matters occurring on federal enclaves. The bill stipulates that the state will retain concurrent jurisdiction over any juvenile aged 10 years or older who is alleged to be delinquent or in need of protection or services. Additionally, it mandates that the governor must accept retrocession of jurisdiction over such juvenile matters if offered by the appropriate federal authority. This retrocession process is intended to ensure that the state can effectively address juvenile issues that arise on federal lands.

To implement these changes, the bill introduces new legal language, including the creation of sections 1.03 (4) and 1.031 (2) of the statutes, which outline the state's jurisdiction and the governor's responsibilities regarding retrocession. It also renumbers existing statutes and amends sections 938.12 (1) and 938.13 to incorporate references to the new provisions. The amendments clarify the court's exclusive jurisdiction over juveniles while acknowledging the state's concurrent jurisdiction in specific circumstances involving federal enclaves.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 938.12(1), 938.12, 938.13(intro.), 938.13