In Re Earl B.

Although I agree with the majority that this appeal is moot, I disagree with the majority’s conclusion that the issues raised by the respondent, Earl B., on appeal are not likely to evade future review. Contrary to the majority, I believe that the issues are likely to evade review. I also believe that the issues are capable of repetition, that the respondent is an appropriate surrogate for similarly situated serious juvenile offenders and that the issue before us involves a matter of significant public importance. Therefore, in spite of the mootness of the appeal, I would reach the underlying…