HI HB2493

Establishes advance compensation of $5,000 within five business days of conviction reversal, followed by monthly $5,000 payments up to $50,000 total, for individuals wrongfully imprisoned for at least one year whose convictions were reversed on grounds consistent with innocence.

Shifts the burden of proof to the State to demonstrate by preponderance of evidence that the reversal or vacation of conviction was inconsistent with innocence, rather than requiring petitioners to prove actual innocence.

Requires the Department of Human Services to assign a case manager for 60 days upon release to assist with housing, state ID, medical/dental/mental health care, cell phone, and employment.

Provides state medical coverage to wrongfully convicted individuals for a period equal to the length of their wrongful imprisonment, including time on parole.

Mandates the Attorney General submit annual reports to the legislature detailing implementation, including names of individuals with reversed convictions, petition status, and compensation disbursed.