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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Before this thread goes further:

MCPD would not have made the decision to release the suspects to their parents. They follow the direction of the Department of Juvenile Services (DJS). [b]DJS would make the decision whether or not to hold them.[/b]

If you’re concerned about this decision, then you would have to direct your questions to DJS. And they won’t tell you anyway because the case involves juveniles. [/quote]

Thank you for that clarification. Does anyone know why DJS would make this call?[/quote]

[b]Because two years ago, our state legislators decided to pass a law that is much more lenient on juvenile offenders[/b].

Trying to "right size" that juvenile justice reform is a big piece of the General Assembly's work this session.  They are trying to give police more power to do things like question juveniles, and refer juveniles to DJS for certain crimes that involve handguns. [/quote]

It goes back to who we voted for. Vote better next time.[/quote]

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