Juvenile Service Definitions

Juvenile Service Definitions

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Out-of-Home Placements

 

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Public Notice – Proposed Edits to Service Definitions for Out‑of‑Home Placements

The Administrative Office of the Courts and Probation (AOCP) has proposed revisions to the Service Definitions for several Out‑of‑Home Placement Services and invites interested persons to submit public comment. The proposed edits focus on improving clarity, ensuring consistency across service types, and aligning language with current practice expectations.

These revisions apply to the following services:

Summary of Proposed Language Updates
 

Transportation Requirements

Providers must:

  • Provide transportation as necessary for dental and medical appointments, school, court hearings, therapy, home visits, and routine daily activities.
  • Transportation within a 25‑mile radius of the service placement (service delivery location) is included in the service rate and must be provided at no additional cost to Probation.
  • Trips exceeding 25 miles require prior collaborative planning with the probation officer and the parent/guardian(s) to ensure attendance at court, home visits, and other required obligations.

Public Comment Submission

Individuals wishing to submit comments for consideration may do so via email at:

mark.bless@nejudicial.gov

Comments will be accepted through October 5, 2026.