Mississippi · 2026 Regular Session
An Act To Amend Section 43-27-201, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Rename The "adolescent Opportunity Program" Within The Division Of Youth Services To The "juvenile Justice Diversion Program"; To Require The Juvenile Justice Diversion Program To Offer Alternatives To Detention During After School And Weekend Hours; To Provide That Subject To Availability Of Funds Appropriated Therefor By The Legislature, The Juvenile Justice Diversion Program May Operate As Pre-petition Diversion And As A Post-adjudication Diversion For The Purpose Of Diverting Juveniles From Detention; And For Related Purposes.
Died In Committee (2026-02-03)