SB 1088

Bill Subjects

Abstract

Existing law generally subjects any person under 18 years of age who commits a crime to the jurisdiction of the juvenile court, which may adjudge that person to be a ward of the court. Existing law requires minors under the jurisdiction of the juvenile court as a consequence of delinquent conduct to receive care, treatment, and guidance that is consistent with his or her best interest, that holds him or her accountable for his or her behavior, and that is appropriate for the circumstances in conformity with the interests of public safety and protection. After a minor is adjudged to be a ward of the court, existing law requires the court to hear evidence on the question of the proper disposition to be made of the minor. Existing law requires the judge to consider, in addition to other relevant and material evidence, the age of the minor, the circumstances and gravity of the offense committed by the minor, and the minor's previous delinquent history. This bill would also require the judge to consider the minor's personal history, including, but not limited to, whether the minor is a victim of child abuse and neglect, as defined.