FL H0779

Courts must determine a minimum period of time for juveniles to remain in commitment programs, and children must complete the program before release

Minimum-risk nonresidential commitments for second-degree misdemeanors may extend up to 6 months

Children in commitment programs must have objective performance-based treatment plans with quarterly progress reports to the court

Minimum age for commitment to maximum-risk residential facilities for murder or manslaughter is lowered from 13 years to 10 years

Effective date is July 1, 2026