HB 24-1170

House Bill 24-1170, which has been approved by the governor and will take effect on August 7, 2024, establishes a set of rights for young people who are under the care of Colorado's Department of Human Services in juvenile facilities. This bill ensures that these youth have specific protections and entitlements while they are detained or committed to state-run facilities. It affects all minors in the custody of the Division of Youth Services. The bill is now signed into law, meaning its provisions will be implemented starting this August.

Official Summary

The act establishes in statute a bill of rights for youth who are the responsibility of the department of human services (department), whether the youth is detained or committed to the care and physical custody of a juvenile facility operated by the department. APPROVED by Governor June 4, 2024 EFFECTIVE August 7, 2024(Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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