NY: Legislative Roundup – New York’s Actions on Children and Youth Justice
Imprint – June 23, 2021
After a year of pandemic-prompted shutdowns and widespread protests against racism and police brutality, the New York Legislature closed its session this month with notable reforms to the child welfare, youth justice and child care systems. Bills passed this year would prohibit the arrest and prosecution of children younger than age 12 and disallow the shackling of kids accused of crimes in family court; allow parents to petition for the right to visit children even after their custody rights have been terminated, and allow older teenagers who have previously left foster care to receive its extended care benefits that provide for housing and financial security.
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