SB 1926 - "Debt Free Justice for Children Act"

• Exempts children (defined in s. 985.03) and certain young adults eligible for continuing care from fines, fees, and court costs in criminal and juvenile proceedings, including application fees for public defender appointments.

• Prohibits suspension of driver licenses for children and young adults who fail to pay civil penalties or court costs under traffic and criminal statutes; requires automatic reinstatement of suspended licenses.

• Eliminates parental financial liability for representation costs and requires mandatory appointment of counsel for children in delinquency proceedings without waiver rights.

• Voids all existing unpaid court-ordered costs, fees, and judgments imposed on children and young adults as of January 1, 2022, and nullifies related warrants.

• Eliminates supervision fees, probation costs, and restitution requirements for children and young adults in juvenile justice proceedings.