Welf. & Inst. Code, § 224.72 · Article 1.5. Youth Bill of Rights
Welf. & Inst. Code, § 224.72
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
(a) Every juvenile facility shall provide each youth who is placed in the facility with an age and developmentally appropriate orientation that includes an explanation and a copy of the rights and responsibilities of the youth, as specified in Section 224.71, as designed and provided by the Ombudsperson of the Office of Youth and Community Restoration pursuant to subdivision (e) of Section 2200, and that addresses the youth’s questions and concerns.
(b) Each juvenile facility shall post posters designed and provided by the Ombudsperson of the Office of Youth and Community Restoration pursuant to subdivision (e) of Section 2200 that list the rights provided by Section 224.71 in a conspicuous location, including classrooms, living units, and near the telephones that youth can use to call the ombudsperson.
(c) A copy of the rights of the youth shall be provided to parents or guardians of each youth placed in a juvenile facility. The posters and brochures designed and provided by the Ombudsperson of the Office of Youth and Community Restoration pursuant to subdivision (e) of Section 2200, with copies in English, Spanish, and other languages, shall also be made available in the lobbies and visiting areas of juvenile justice facilities and, upon request, to parents or guardians.
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History
Amended by Stats. 2026, Ch. 26, Sec. 11. (AB 152) Effective June 29, 2026.
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