HB 4137 Summary

• Establishes probation period limits: maximum 2 years for non-felony convictions and maximum 5 years for felony convictions, with exceptions for sex offenders and other specified offenses.

• Requires courts to notify prosecuting attorneys, defendants/defense counsel, and crime victims at least 10 days before reducing or terminating felony probation after the defendant completes one-third of the original probation period.

• Creates the "Probation Swift and Sure Sanctions Act" establishing a voluntary state funding program for local swift and sure probation supervision based on immediate detection of violations and prompt imposition of sanctions.

• Requires judges to inform probationers of their requirements and potential sanctions, mandate initial in-person meetings with probation officers, and schedule violation hearings within 72 hours of reported violations (with limited exceptions).

• Authorizes courts to impose immediate sanctions for probation violations including temporary incarceration, extended supervision periods, additional reporting requirements, drug and alcohol testing, counseling and treatment, and probation revocation.