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DE SB321
Bill
Status
6/29/2022
Primary Sponsor
Marie Pinkney
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AI Summary
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Replaces references to "psychiatrist and/or psychologist" with "mental health examiner" throughout Delaware Code § 4362 governing Board of Pardons examinations
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Requires mental health examinations within 12 months before Board of Pardons consideration for applicants convicted of violent crimes including murder, sexual offenses, kidnapping, arson, robbery, burglary, and crimes against children
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Defines "mental health examiner" to include psychiatrists, psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioners, and licensed professional counselors of mental health
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Mandates mental health examiners provide reports to Board of Pardons members containing findings on applicant's mental health and probability of reoffending if released
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Requires copies of mental health reports be provided to the Governor if the Board recommends a pardon or commutation of sentence
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Board Of Pardons.
Last Action
Passed By House. Votes: 41 YES
6/29/2022