Lawrence County juvenile magistrate.

This bill would allow the judge of Lawrence County juvenile court to appoint up to one full-time magistrate to assist with court proceedings. It directly affects the Lawrence County juvenile court system by expanding its staffing capacity for handling cases involving minors. As a procedural measure, it does not change laws for citizens but modifies court operational procedures. The bill is currently pending in the Judiciary Committee after its introduction on January 13, 2025.