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AL HB23
Bill
Status
2/23/2021
Primary Sponsor
Jim Hill
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AI Summary
HB23 Summary
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Amends Section 15-18-8 of the Alabama Code to grant judges discretion in determining the length of sentence when a defendant's probation is revoked.
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When probation is revoked for defendants sentenced under subsections (a), (b), or (l), the sentencing judge may determine the revocation sentence length, not to exceed the time remaining on the original sentence.
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Applies to Class A, B, and C felony convictions with original sentences of 20 years or less.
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Makes technical and nonsubstantive revisions to update existing code language to current statutory style.
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Became effective immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor (passed House 84-18 on February 23, 2021).
Legislative Description
Criminal procedure, provide that a judge may use discretion in the length of sentence a defendant must serve if his or her probation is revoked, Sec. 15-18-8 am'd.
Criminal Law and Procedure
Last Action
Pending third reading on day 15 Favorable from Judiciary
3/11/2021