STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS28083 / H0026
The purpose of this legislation is to eliminate the use of habitual status offender definition and to update
definitions and related statutes in the Juvenile Corrections Act (JCA) to prevent status offenders from being
detained in secure facilities. This proposal ensures the JCA keeps pace with current practices both nationally
and within Idaho's juvenile justice system. It also ensures our system aligns with requirements under the
Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act.
FISCAL NOTE
There will be no fiscal impact to the state or local governments because this proposal provides for additional,
updated and clarified definitions to keep pace with current practice. It does not introduce any new obligations
on any part of the Idaho juvenile justice system.
Contact:
Monty Prow
Department of Juvenile Corrections
(208) 577-5404
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN INTRODUCED: 01/22/2021, 7:11 AM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 20-516, 20-520, 20-521, 20-549