Panel debates LB995 to expand appointment and clearer advisements of counsel for juveniles LB995 would require appointment of counsel upon filing qualifying juvenile petitions and mandate clearer, age-appropriate advisements. Supporters described widespread uneven access to counsel and traumatic consequences when youth waive representation; opponents warned of unfunded mandates and capacity shortages in rural counties.

A groundbreaking bill, LB995, aims to ensure every Nebraska juvenile receives proper legal counsel upon filing court petitions, sparking heated debates over access and implementation.

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