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SB0230

Human or sexual trafficking.

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Summary

Human or sexual trafficking. Provides that before or at the initial hearing regarding a petition alleging that a child is a child in need of services, the court shall appoint an attorney for the child if the child is alleged to be a child in need of services as a result of the child being a victim of human or sexual trafficking. Provides that if a petition alleges that a child is a child in need of services as a result of the child being a victim of human or sexual trafficking: (1) the juvenile court shall make a determination on the petition; (2) the child shall not be required to admit or deny the allegation; and (3) the petitioner must prove the allegation by a preponderance of the evidence.

Authors

Authored by Senator Donato

Fiscal Outlook

Title Description Date View
Fiscal NoteFiscal Note #1: Introduced2024-01-10 Click To View

History

Date Chamber Action
2024-01-10SenateFirst reading: referred to Committee on Judiciary
2024-01-10SenateAuthored by Senator Donato