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MS SB2841
Bill
AI Summary
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Removes license suspension requirement for controlled substance violations unrelated to operating a motor vehicle, limiting suspension to driving under the influence of controlled substances only.
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Requires all drug courts to make medication-assisted treatment available as an option for participants, in accordance with National Drug Court Institute recommendations to combat the opioid epidemic.
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Extends initial supervision fee payment deadline from 30 days to 90 days after release from imprisonment and establishes indigence criteria using Federal Poverty Guidelines (125% threshold presumption).
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Prohibits denial of earned-discharge credits solely based on nonpayment of fees or fines if indigence is determined, and prevents probation/parole revocation for failure to pay monthly fees absent willful nonpayment.
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Extends the repeal date of Section 47-7-49 from June 30, 2018 to June 30, 2021.
Legislative Description
Re-entry and employability; implement mechanisms to provide.
Last Action
Vetoed
4/13/2018