What juvenile defense means for Michigan

What juvenile defense means for Michigan

luoman/Getty ImagesIn 2023, a landmark legislative package passed, introducing significant reforms to Michigan’s juvenile justice system. The Justice for Kids and Communities Act initially contained 20 bills based on the recommendations of the Task Force on Juvenile Justice Reform. In the end, 19 bills passed the state legislature with bipartisan support, leaving legislation that would protect youths’ right to counsel behind. Three years later, …