We have also been working on other fronts to help curb juvenile-related crimes:
- We created a first-offense juvenile rehabilitation program, which involves first-time juvenile offenders attending 21 classes, working with social workers, and psychologists to determine the psychological and social issues that may have led to them committing a crime. The program helps address those issues to prevent the juvenile from reoffending.
- We made it a felony for an adult to entice a minor to commit a crime, including car theft.
- A bipartisan group of legislators and experts in the field have been meeting regularly to discuss how to effectively address the issue and that work is ongoing.
This is a complex social and criminal justice challenge, and I am committed to listening to all voices and working hard for short-term and long-term policies that keep our community safe.
The Juvenile Justice Policy and Oversight Committee (JJPOC) has put together a presentation on motor vehicle theft trends in Connecticut. The presentation includes preliminary 2020 data and updates as of July 27, 2021. You can download the presentation here. |