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Pre-teen window-smashing suspects will head to Health & Human Services instead of Attorney’s Office
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Ryan Pattee , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· September 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Children under 13 accused of crimes will be referred to health and human services. A change in state law affects how young suspects are handled.
A change in state law affects how young suspects are handled. Children under 13 accused of crimes will be referred to health and human services. This means they will not be charged criminally.
Support services may be provided, including mental health services and case management. The goal is to hold children accountable while providing support.
Further details on this new process are available, including information on how it will work for specific cases, such as recent incidents involving pre-teens accused of vandalism.
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Category: safety Published: September 4, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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