HB 187 Summary

• Replaces term "child" with "minor" and prohibits minors from being held in adult jails or lockups unless a court finds, after a hearing and in writing, that it is in the interest of justice.

• Permits detention in adult facilities for up to 6 hours for minors accused of non-status offenses during processing, transfer to juvenile facilities, or court appearances.

• Allows detention in adult facilities for up to 48 hours (extendable an additional 48 hours in certain circumstances) for minors awaiting initial court appearance in remote areas or where transportation limitations exist.

• Requires that minors in adult facilities have no sight or sound contact with adult inmates unless a court specifically finds it is in the interest of justice, with mandatory hearings every 30-45 days and a 180-day maximum limit on such detention.

• Establishes criteria for courts to consider when determining if adult facility detention is necessary, including minor's age, mental state, nature of offense, prior delinquency history, and available facility options.