Establishes offense of harassing, intimidating, or bullying minor; establishes diversionary program for juveniles charged with offense.
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This bill establishes a new offense of harassing, intimidating, or bullying a minor, encompassing various forms of communication – including gestures, written, verbal, physical acts, and electronic communications – that cause physical or emotional harm, damage property, or instill fear. It also creates a diversionary program for juveniles charged with this offense, aiming to provide an alternative to traditional court proceedings. The program considers factors like the severity of the offense, the juvenile’s age and circumstances, and the availability of restorative justice programs.
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