FL S1222

Creates a probationary split sentence program for nonviolent substance use and mental health offenders, allowing courts to sentence eligible offenders to a combination of imprisonment and probation rather than traditional sentences.

Requires offenders to serve a minimum 90-day in-custody treatment program for substance use, mental health, or co-occurring disorders, followed by the remainder of their sentence in a Department of Corrections facility if deemed ineligible for treatment.

Mandates a 24-month probation period consisting of either drug offender or mental health probation (as determined by the court), special conditions, and aftercare services following completion of imprisonment.

Defines "nonviolent offender" to exclude those convicted of capital felonies, certain violent felonies listed in statute, sexual offenses, crimes requiring sex offender registration, or offenses with enhanced sentences under sentencing enhancement provisions.

Requires the Department of Corrections to track recidivism data on program participants and submit annual reports to the Governor and Legislature beginning October 1, 2019.