Mont. Code § 41-5-2002

Current through the 2023 Regular Session

Section 41-5-2002 - Purpose

The purposes of this part are to:

(1) provide an alternate method of funding juvenile out-of-home placements, programs, and services;

(2) increase the ability of youth courts to respond to juvenile delinquency through early intervention and expanded community alternatives;

(3) enhance the ability of youth courts to control costs;

(4) enhance community safety, hold youth accountable, and promote the competency development of youth;

(5) use local resources for the placement of troubled youth, when appropriate and available;

(6) reduce placements in out-of-state residential facilities and programs; and

(7) use correctional facilities when appropriate.

§ 41-5-2002, MCA

Amended by Laws 2021, Ch. 339,Sec. 19, eff. 10/1/2021.

En. Sec. 13, Ch. 587, L. 2001; amd. Sec. 14, Ch. 398, L. 2007.