MA S1129

Establishes a presumption that all probation is administrative, prohibiting courts from imposing conditions unless they specifically address the individual's characteristics and offense, with clear and convincing evidence the condition serves rehabilitation or public safety goals

Caps probation length at 3 years for felonies and 1 year for misdemeanors, with consecutive sentences converted to concurrent if they exceed these limits

Exempts sex offenses from the time limits if the court finds on the record that longer probation will reduce likelihood of future offenses; also exempts cases requiring extended time for restitution collection (though excess time must be administrative only)

Allows courts to extend probation by up to 90 days beyond the limits if the defendant has not completed a court-ordered substance use treatment program, with a required hearing and finding on the record

Prohibits total probation periods from exceeding the maximum incarceration term allowed by law for the offense