June 5, 2006
In re: Amendments to Rules of Juvenile Procedure
Case Number(s):
SC06-140

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Summary:

The Court considers proposed changes to the rules that govern the handling of juvenile cases, which include custody and treatment of abused and neglected children as well as those who are accused of delinquency. The changes have been recommended by The Florida Bar's Juvenile Court Rules Committee as part of a regular two-year review cycle. One proposed change would limit the kinds of hearings that general magistrates can handle. Another change would incorporate case law that says the state cannot commit a child to a residential mental health facility without first proving the need for treatment by clear and convincing evidence.