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Missouri lawmakers propose expanding juvenile prosecution as adults amid low recidivism rates.
Missouri Republicans, led by Gov.
Mike Kehoe, are advancing a bill to expand prosecutors' power to try juveniles as adults and extend detention periods, citing rising concerns over repeat juvenile offenses.
Introduced by Rep. Brad Christ, the legislation aims to address recidivism, though Missouri's juvenile recidivism rate remains below 10%, well under the adult rate.
The bill has bipartisan support, including from Democratic Rep. Rachel Proudie, but youth justice advocates warn it could increase recidivism and harm young lives.
A companion bill is also moving through the Senate, with a House committee expected to vote soon.
Los legisladores de Missouri proponen expandir el enjuiciamiento juvenil como adultos en medio de bajas tasas de reincidencia.