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Assembly approves measure to limit length of noncustodial juvenile probation; debate splits 46–17
Summary
AB 13 76, by Assemblymember Bonta, establishes a nine‑month presumption that noncustodial juvenile probation should end unless a court finds otherwise; it passed 46–17 after extended floor debate over public safety and rehabilitation.
The Assembly on Wednesday passed AB 13 76, a bill by Assemblymember Bonta intended to limit the length of noncustodial juvenile probation. The measure establishes a presumption that probation ends at nine months unless the court finds by a preponderance of the evidence that the youth should remain on probation; the Assembly approved the bill 46–17.
In presenting the bill, Assemblymember Bonta said AB 13 76 "accomplishes this in 3 key ways": creating the nine‑month presumption, requiring review hearings every six months when probation is extended, and mandating developmentally…
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