youth crime bill

The Senate passed a youth crime bill late Wednesday afternoon and now, it’s waiting for the final stamp of approval.

The Senate passed a youth crime bill late Wednesday afternoon and now, it’s waiting for the final stamp of approval. During the pandemic, youth-related crimes have accelerated. It’s something lawmakers are addressing with House Bill 5417. It will increase the time law enforcement can hold a youth from six to eight hours. “Too many people in Connecticut see regularly...

Legislators passed a youth crime reform bill on the final day of the legislative session at the State Capitol on Wednesday.

The state House of Representatives gave its approval to a youth crime bill on Thursday.