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CA AB1886
Bill
Status
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Sade Elhawary
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AI Summary
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Limits probation for juvenile wards to 12 months from the most recent disposition hearing, removing the previous exclusion for youth in out-of-home placements under probation officer supervision
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Applies the 12-month probation limit to wards discharged from secure youth treatment facilities to community probation supervision, or whose commitment was set aside
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Allows courts to extend jurisdiction beyond the probation period solely to comply with Section 607.2 transition requirements, but prohibits imposing any probation terms or conditions during this extended period
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States legislative intent to protect youth in out-of-home placements, who are disproportionately girls and youth of color, under these probation limitations
Legislative Description
Wards: probation.
Last Action
From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to Com. on PUB. S. Read second time and amended.
3/16/2026