People v. J.C. (In re J.C.)

*743 Minor J.C. (Minor) challenges the juvenile court's disposition order committing him to juvenile hall until age 21, but providing for an earlier release if and when he successfully completes a court-ordered treatment program. We affirm the commitment order and reject Minor's contention that it impermissibly delegates to the probation officer the authority to determine the length of Minor's commitment.

BACKGROUND

Following a Welfare and Institutions Code section 602 1 petition, Minor admitted to carjacking with a personal firearm use enhancement. ( Pen. Code, §§ 215, subd. (a), 12022, subd. (b)(2).) The probation officer recommended the juvenile court adjudge Minor a ward of the court, remove him from parental custody, and commit him to a county institution "for a period not to exceed maximum custody time of 12 years, or until age 21, whichever occurs first." 2 The probation officer further recommended the juvenile court order the following: "Minor to participate in the County Institution Program, YOTP [Youthful Offender Treatment Program], minor must successfully complete all phases of the program, follow all treatment requirements, and obey all rules and regulations."

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