SB 813

This bill generally prohibits the use of restraints on anyone under the age of 18

when appearing before the court assigned to exercise jurisdiction under the

Children's Code and the Juvenile Justice Code or before the criminal court. The bill

provides that, upon a request of the district attorney, corporation counsel, or other

appropriate county official, a court may order the use of restraints on a child if, after

a hearing, it issues written findings of fact showing that the use of restraints is

necessary under certain conditions. The bill also requires that any restraints used

on a child must allow limited movement of the hands and prohibits the use of fixed

restraints that are attached to a wall, floor, or furniture.