SB 1183 Summary

• Changes probation term language from "shall" to "must" for consistency, maintaining maximum 2-year probation for misdemeanors and 5-year probation for felonies.

• Allows courts to reduce felony probation by up to 100% after defendant completes half the original term, subject to hearing with victim notification and consideration of restitution.

• Provides automatic 90-day probation reduction for every 6 months of compliance with court-approved medication-assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder or opioid use disorder.

• Denies probation reductions to individuals convicted of sexual assault, criminal sexual conduct, or related offenses, and to probationers who commit violent acts or non-drug law violations during probation.

• Defines "qualified probationer" as someone serving probation for controlled substance violations or other nonviolent offenses primarily caused by substance or alcohol use.