PA HB144

Requires probation officers to offer informal adjustment or diversion programs to juveniles with fewer than three prior diversions in three years, except for murder or serious violent offenses enumerated in section 9714(g)

Reduces maximum duration of informal adjustment supervision from 6 months to 4 months, with court-ordered extensions limited to 2 months (down from 3 months)

Prohibits fines, fees, costs, or other monetary obligations in diversion programs except for victim restitution under the Crime Victims Act

Eliminates requirement for admission of guilt as a prerequisite to informal adjustment or diversion programs

Requires victim notification of diversion eligibility and proposed conditions, with opportunity to provide input within 30 days; if victim opposes diversion, court must hold a review hearing within 10 days for children in detention