Youth court special session has lawmakers meeting at new, and old, capitol buildings. See photos

In a special session that brought lawmakers to both the new and historic capitol buildings, discussions focused on overhauling the state’s youth court system. The proposed reforms include appointing more full-time judges, establishing two new state-run juvenile jails, and updating outdated statutes that have triggered multiple lawsuits. This initiative underscores the urgency to improve the juvenile justice system and ensure fair, effective legal proceedings for young offenders, signaling a significant shift in how the state handles youth court cases.