IL SB2370

Establishes that juveniles in custody or care of the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) must have hearings every 14 days to determine if detention is necessary for protecting persons or property; if not found necessary, the minor must be released to DCFS custody.

Requires hearings every 7 days for status updates on shelter care placement location when detention is prescribed based on likelihood of fleeing jurisdiction for DCFS youth.

Prohibits use of detention as a shelter care placement for minors in DCFS custody or guardianship.

Expands parties authorized to file motions to modify or vacate detention and shelter care orders to include foster parents, service providers, and temporary custodians, with hearings required within 14 days.

Directs courts to consider availability of non-custodial alternatives and presence of responsible relatives when determining detention necessity, with emphasis on continuity of care for justice-involved youth in state care.