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Liberty Hill Municipal Court Adopts Youth Diversion Plan

The Liberty Hill Municipal Court of Record adopted a written Youth Diversion and Early Intervention Plan effective Jan. 1, 2025, under the Texas Youth Diversion and Early Intervention Act. The plan covers eligible juvenile defendants ages 10-16 enrolled in public school accused of fine-only, non-traffic offenses, with written agreement by the child and parent.

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What to know

The plan states an effective date of Jan. 1, 2025. [1]

Presiding Judge Kevin R. Madison ordered the plan Dec. 5, 2024. [1]

Eligibility is limited to juvenile defendants ages 10-16 enrolled in public school. [1]

The plan requires written agreement by the child and parent and sets a $50 administrative fee, a 90-day diversion period and a possible 30-day extension for good cause. [1]

The plan lists community service capped at 20 hours among diversion options. [1]

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The story so far

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