41-5-2002. Purpose. - Montana Statutes

     41-5-2002. Purpose. The purposes of this part are to:
     (1) provide an alternate method of funding juvenile out-of-home placements, programs, and services;
     (2) increase the ability of youth courts to respond to juvenile delinquency through early intervention and expanded community alternatives;
     (3) enhance the ability of youth courts to control costs;
     (4) enhance community safety, hold youth accountable, and promote the competency development of youth;
     (5) use local resources for the placement of troubled youth, when appropriate and available;
     (6) reduce placements in out-of-state residential facilities and programs; and
     (7) use state youth correctional facilities when appropriate.

     History: En. Sec. 13, Ch. 587, L. 2001; amd. Sec. 14, Ch. 398, L. 2007.