FL H1149

Authorizes the chief judge of each judicial circuit to establish alternative sanctioning programs for technical violations of probation or community control, in consultation with the state attorney, public defender, and Department of Corrections.

Defines "technical violation" as any alleged violation of supervision that is not a new felony, misdemeanor, or criminal traffic offense.

Requires the chief judge to issue an administrative order specifying eligibility criteria, eligible technical violations, recommended sanctions, and reporting procedures.

Allows offenders to either waive participation and face traditional violation proceedings or elect to participate by admitting the violation and waiving rights to legal counsel, trial, witness confrontation, and other procedural protections.

Makes program participation voluntary and allows offenders to waive or discontinue participation at any time before a court order is issued; prior admissions cannot be used as evidence if the offender withdraws.

Effective date: July 1, 2016.