New Jersey § 52:17b-171
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 52:17b-171, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 52:17b-171.
Between 24 and 48 hours following admission to a county juvenile detention facility,
a juvenile shall undergo mental health screening using a mental health screening tool
designated by the Juvenile Justice Commission and in accordance with the facility's
written policies required by section 1 of this act. 1 If the screening tool indicates that a referral for additional screening or mental
health services is appropriate, that referral shall occur as soon as possible. If the screening indicates a warning or caution, the juvenile shall be placed on,
and remain under, increased supervision until it is determined by a mental health
clinician that a heightened level of supervision is no longer needed to ensure the
safety of the juvenile. 1
L.2007, c. 315, § 1 (N.J.S.A. § 52:17B-171.1).
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