Senate Bill 253 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.

The bill includes specific amendments to existing statutes, such as the renumbering of section 1.031 and the creation of new sections 1.03 (4) and 1.031 (2). It also amends sections 938.12 (1) and 938.13 to incorporate the new jurisdictional provisions. Notably, the amendments clarify that the court has exclusive jurisdiction over juveniles alleged to be delinquent or in need of protection or services, except as provided in the newly inserted sections. This legislative change is designed to enhance the state's ability to manage juvenile cases that occur within federal jurisdictions.

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