Senate committee advances bill tightening evidentiary standard for juvenile detention SB 1009 would require courts to find by clear and convincing evidence that youth detention is immediately necessary before imposing custody, aiming to reduce reliance on detention; supporters cited brain science and harms of detention, while probation and prosecutors warned about timing, resources and risks to public safety.

A new California bill aims to change the juvenile detention landscape by requiring 'clear and convincing' evidence before any youth is held, highlighting the potential trauma and long-term consequences of unnecessary detention.

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Tarrant County OKs contracts with Collin County for juvenile detention amid concern over distance and cost The commissioners approved three contracts allowing Tarrant County to use Collin County detention and treatment beds for pre‑ and post‑adjudication youth and for a post‑adjudication treatment program. Juvenile Services officials said contracts are backstops for capacity; community advocates warned moving youth farther from families will impede reun

Tarrant County has approved controversial contracts with Collin County for juvenile detention that could distance youth from their families and raise costs, sparking fierce debate among advocates.

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