HB 1259 Summary

• Changes community transition program (CTP) commencement dates based on offender's executed sentence length rather than felony classification, with different timelines for certified reentry courts versus non-certified courts.

• Lowers CTP eligibility threshold from two (2) years to one (1) year of imposed sentence for offenders committed to the department of correction.

• Requires the department to provide additional information in CTP eligibility notices, including outstanding warrants, residence location, risk and needs assessments, and detainers.

• Permits sentencing courts to suspend or reduce sentences if offenders are approved to participate in a CTP or court reentry program, and requires notification of victims when offenders are released to a CTP.

• Makes CTP participation mandatory for offenders with sentences less than six (6) years (unless court orders retention) and allows courts to order CTP placement for offenders with sentences of six (6) years or more based on safety determinations.