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MI SB1141
Bill
AI Summary
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Creates the "probation swift and sure sanctions act" to establish a state-funded program providing grants to circuit courts for swift and sure probation supervision beginning January 1, 2013.
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Requires participating courts to inform probationers of probation requirements and potential sanctions, mandate initial in-person meetings with probation agents, and ensure probation violation hearings occur within 72 hours of violation reports.
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Authorizes immediate sanctions for violations including temporary incarceration, extended supervision periods, additional reporting requirements, drug and alcohol testing, counseling and treatment, and probation revocation.
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Directs the state court administrative office to establish eligibility requirements, create recommended and mandatory sanctions, develop deviation criteria for special circumstances, and conduct annual reviews of funded programs for effectiveness and compliance.
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Takes effect January 9, 2013, contingent upon enactment of Senate Bill No. 1179.
Legislative Description
Criminal procedure; probation; probation swift and sure sanctions act; create, and provide for program eligibility and program funding. Amends 1927 PA 175 (MCL 760.1 - 777.69) by adding ch. XIA. TIE BAR WITH: SB 1179'12
State agencies (existing), corrections
Last Action
Assigned Pa 0616'12 With Immediate Effect
12/31/2012