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A 6325

Relates to proceedings involving adolescent offenders and the possession or use of weapons

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Judy Griffin

A 6325 overhauls how juvenile weapon-offense cases are handled, guiding court processes, dispositions, and services for adolescent offenders, families, and schools.

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Bill Summary · A 6325

A 6325 — Summary

Basic Information

  • Bill number: A 6325
  • Title: Relates to proceedings involving adolescent offenders and the possession or use of weapons
  • Sponsor: Judy Griffin (primary)
  • Status: REFERRED TO CODES
  • Introduced: March 4, 2025
  • Legislative Actions:
    • 2025-03-04: REFERRED TO CODES (listed twice in the record)
  • Related Bills:
    • A 7070 (prior-session)
    • S 6326 (companion) [listed as S 6326 twice in the record]

Purpose and Scope (as indicated by the title)

The bill appears to address how proceedings involving adolescent offenders are handled in cases involving possession or use of weapons. The exact substantive changes are not provided in the information available here. Given the reference to “adolescent offenders” and “weapons,” the bill likely touches on juvenile justice procedures, case handling, or dispositions when weapon-related conduct by youths is involved. The formal language, definitions, and specific procedural changes would be found in the bill’s text.

Key Provisions (not specified in provided materials)

The exact provisions are not included in the summary. In bills with similar themes, provisions often address:
- Definitions of “adolescent offender” and applicable age ranges
- Procedures in juvenile court or related administrative processes for weapon offenses
- Discretionary or mandatory dispositions, diversion, treatment options, or probation conditions
- Confidentiality, records retention, and appeals related to juvenile weapon cases
- Coordination with schools, law enforcement, or social services
- Any waivers, transfers to adult court, or special protections for youths

Note: The above are common topical areas in related legislation and may not reflect A 6325’s actual text.

Affected Parties

  • Adolescent offenders alleged or charged with possession or use of weapons
  • Families and guardians of affected youths
  • Juvenile justice system entities (courts, prosecutors, defense counsel)
  • Law enforcement and school officials involved in weapon-related incidents
  • Community and youth services organizations involved in treatment and diversion programs

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Currently in an early stage of consideration, as indicated by “REFERRED TO CODES.”
  • No enacted provisions or effective dates are available in the provided material.
  • The bill has a companion in the Senate (S 6326) and a related/previous Assembly bill (A 7070), suggesting there is ongoing or prior interest in this policy area.

Notes for Review

  • For a precise understanding of A 6325’s impact, the full text of the bill and any fiscal notes or sponsor statements should be consulted.
  • The companion and prior-session bills may provide context on intended policy direction and potential amendments.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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