LB 995 Legislature · 109th Legislature (2025-2026)

Require appointment of counsel for juveniles and provide duties for juvenile courts

This bill requires Nebraska juvenile courts to appoint an attorney for juveniles in specific court cases. It mandates appointment when a petition alleges jurisdiction under certain sections of juvenile law, particularly for juveniles in counties under 150,000 population and for all cases in larger counties. The court must inform juveniles and their parents/guardians about their right to counsel, determine financial ability to pay for an attorney, and appoint one at county expense if they cannot afford one. This applies to all proceedings before the juvenile court, ensuring juveniles have legal representation during legal hearings.
Bill status died 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Apr 17, 2026
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Apr 17, 2026
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Indefinitely postponed
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Jan 15, 2026
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Referred to Judiciary Committee
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Jan 13, 2026
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