The State of California has mandated the closure of DJJ, formerly known for decades as the California Youth Authority. Kids have been transferred back to their County jurisdictions for a transfer hearing under WIC § 731.1 to set aside their DJJ commitment and be sent back to their county of commitment to determine their remaining time. The courts are evaluating whether wards go to a Secure Youth Treatment Facility (SYTF). In San Bernardino County the “Secure Track” is the ARISE program.
