To help make communities safer and give youth a chance at a better future, state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, has advanced legislation that would encourage qualified minors involved in multiple firearm offenses to participate in restorative justice programs – such as social service programs, cognitive behavioral therapy and mentoring.
“This is a responsible, human-centered plan that can put juvenile offenders on a better path forward,” DeLuca said. “Specifically, this is for young individuals repeatedly…
