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AR SB679
Bill
Status
4/4/2011
Primary Sponsor
Jim Luker
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AI Summary
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Authorizes state district court judges to preside over drug court programs, probation revocation proceedings, and parole revocation proceedings if authorized by the administrative judge of the judicial district.
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Allows the administrative judge to withdraw authorization for district court judges to preside over these matters at any time.
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Permits district court judges to administer drug court programs when a county lacks a circuit judge able to manage the drug court docket on a consistent basis.
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Maintains the drug court team structure including circuit judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, addiction counselors, probation officers, and treatment providers as designated by the circuit judge managing the drug court.
Legislative Description
To Allow A District Court To Administer A Drug Court Program, Preside Over A Probation Supervision Program, Or Preside Over A Parole Supervision Program In Certain Circumstances.
Last Action
Senate Notification that SB679 is now Act 1137
4/4/2011