Criminal Justice (Juvenile Justice)

died · District of Columbia · Legislature May 5, 2026

B 26-0637: Juvenile Curfew Sunset Temporary Amendment Act of 2026

This bill extends the temporary authority for the District of Columbia's juvenile curfew and curfew zones by removing their scheduled expiration dates. It directly affects the Chief of Police and the Mayor, allowing them to continue enforcing curfew rules for minors in designated areas. The legislation repeals the sunset provisions from two previous 2025 acts that were set to expire in early 2026 and late 2025 respectively. Once enacted, this measure will remain in effect for up to 90 days following approval by the Mayor or a council veto override.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill extends juvenile curfew enforcement authority, strengthening law enforcement capabilities and public safety measures for minors in designated areas.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Policing

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signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Feb 20, 2026

B 26-0587: Juvenile Curfew Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2026

This bill (B 26-0587) amends the District of Columbia's Juvenile Curfew Act to start curfew hours at 11:00 p.m. daily (previously later) and extend coverage to include 17-year-olds (previously limited to under 17). It allows the Mayor to temporarily extend curfew hours beyond 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. for up to 4 days (with possible 30-day extensions) to protect public safety, and authorizes the Chief of Police to create limited "curfew zones" with similar time restrictions. Both extensions require public posting of notices and cannot apply to groups of 8 or fewer people. The changes directly affect juveniles under 18 in D.C., particularly those aged 17, and modify enforcement procedures to require verbal warnings before potential arrest.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands juvenile curfew enforcement (to 11pm, 17-year-olds), a law enforcement tool directly related to criminal justice.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Policing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jun 13, 2025

PR 26-0209: Modification Nos. M009, M0010, M0011, and M0012 to Contract No. CW96234 with Umbrella Therapeutic Services, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This bill approves four contract modifications to an existing agreement with Umbrella Therapeutic Services, Inc., to provide pre- and post-transitional care home services for District youth involved in the juvenile justice system who have been arrested or failed probation. It authorizes additional payments totaling $2.6 million (increasing the contract value to $2,636,803.80) to cover services already delivered and to be delivered under the third option year of the contract. Without this approval, the District cannot pay for these essential services provided since March 2025.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds pre/post-transitional care services for juvenile justice youth to reduce recidivism, aligning with rehabilitation-focused criminal justice reform.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Probation & Parole

in committee · District of Columbia · Legislature Oct 10, 2025

B 26-0413: Responsible Budgeting for Juvenile Safety Laws Amendment Act of 2025

The "Responsible Budgeting for Juvenile Safety Laws Amendment Act of 2025" requires the District Council to include the full costs of detaining, committing, and rehabilitating juveniles in fiscal impact statements for any legislation modifying juvenile criminal penalties or procedures. Currently, such changes are not subject to the same rigorous fiscal analysis as new programs, creating a bias where detention-focused policies can be implemented without funding considerations. The bill specifically mandates that if legislation would increase juvenile populations in secure facilities beyond 90% capacity, the fiscal statement must also cover the cost of expanding facility capacity by at least 10%. This applies to all bills affecting juvenile criminal law, including penalties and delinquency proceedings under Titles 16, 22-24 of the District code.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates full fiscal impact analysis for juvenile safety legislation, promoting fiscal responsibility by requiring cost consideration before implementation.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates full cost inclusion of juvenile rehabilitation in fiscal analysis, requiring balanced consideration of rehabilitation over detention-focused policies, aligning with reform indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jun 26, 2026

B 26-0407: Strengthening Capacity and Transparency at DYRS Amendment Act of 2025

This bill (B 26-0407, "Strengthening Capacity and Transparency at DYRS Amendment Act of 2025") requires the District of Columbia's Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS) to publicly report detailed population data about youth at the Youth Services Center and New Beginnings Youth Development Center. Key provisions include publishing daily counts by race/age/status, average stay lengths, admission patterns, confinement incidents, and recidivism metrics (measuring reoffending rates within three years of release). It also mandates the Mayor to submit a one-year plan within 120 days to reduce the Youth Services Center population to a maximum of 90 youth and prevent future overcrowding. The bill directly affects DYRS operations, youth in custody, and the public through increased transparency about facility conditions and outcomes.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires public reporting of youth recidivism metrics and detention data to improve transparency and accountability in juvenile justice, directly supporting reform efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 4, 2025

B 26-0258: Modification Nos. M009, M0010, M0011, and M0012 to Contract No. CW96234 with Umbrella Therapeutic Services, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025

This bill approves modifications to a contract with Umbrella Therapeutic Services, Inc., authorizing $2.6 million for pre- and post-transitional care services for youth in the District of Columbia's juvenile justice system. It specifically covers the third option year of the contract, extending services for youth aged 10-18 who have been arrested or failed probation. The contract provides residential care alternatives to secure detention through fixed daily rates based on facility capacity. The payment authorization covers services already received and to be delivered through March 2026.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds residential care alternatives to secure detention for youth in juvenile justice system, reducing reliance on incarceration and supporting rehabilitation programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Probation & Parole

in committee · District of Columbia · Legislature May 14, 2025

B 26-0186: Justice-Involved Youth in Community Act of 2025

The Justice-Involved Youth in Community Act of 2025 creates a program pairing youth on Deferred Disposition Agreements (DDAs), Deferred Prosecution Agreements (DPAs), or Consent Decrees (CDs) with "Trusted Adults" for support during their agreements. It directly affects youth in these programs - 443 were active in 2023 - with a focus on high-risk cases. The Trusted Adult provides practical help with school, transportation, healthcare access, and social services, while requiring monthly coordination between the adult, probation officers, and the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) to track compliance. The program limits initial participation to 50 youth and mandates that noncompliance still leads to prosecution under existing terms.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProvides community support via 'Trusted Adults' for justice-involved youth on DDAs/DPAs/CDs, aiming to reduce recidivism through social services and rehabilitation - directly aligns with reform indicators.92% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides school support for justice-involved youth via Trusted Adults, enhancing educational access and stability for at-risk students.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Probation & Parole

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signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jun 26, 2026

B 26-0404: Safe Pregnancy, Delivery, and Postpartum Care for Youth at DYRS Amendment Act of 2025

This bill requires the District of Columbia's Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS) to provide comprehensive pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum care to pregnant youth in its facilities. It mandates pregnancy testing upon admission, confidential healthcare within three weeks of birth (with follow-up care), counseling on family planning and mental health, and free medical supplies like breast pumps and postpartum dietary support. The law also requires DYRS to develop written policies within 60 days of enactment to implement these standards. The bill directly affects pregnant youth in DYRS custody, ensuring they receive timely, culturally responsive healthcare without cost.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires comprehensive healthcare for pregnant youth in DYRS (juvenile corrections), enhancing rehabilitation and health services within the criminal justice system.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates comprehensive pregnancy/delivery/postpartum care, mental health counseling, and free medical supplies for youth in DYRS facilities, expanding access to essential healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Women's Health

in committee · District of Columbia · Legislature Jan 27, 2026

B 26-0401: Youth Records Transparency and Oversight Amendment Act of 2025

The Youth Records Transparency and Oversight Amendment Act of 2025 clarifies which D.C. Council committees and the Office of the Ombudsperson for Children may access juvenile justice and child welfare records for oversight purposes. It specifies that for delinquency or need of supervision cases (handled by the Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services), the Chair of the relevant Council committee and their designees can access records, and for neglect cases (handled by the Child and Family Services Agency), the Chair of that committee and their designees can access. The Ombudsperson for Children may also access records as needed for their oversight duties. This amendment defines clear access pathways for oversight bodies without changing how records are maintained or the underlying case procedures.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeClarifies oversight access to juvenile records, enhancing transparency and accountability in youth justice system, aligning with reform goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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