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MS SB2230

Bill

Status

Failed

2/2/2021

Primary Sponsor

Derrick Simmons

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Defines "supervision infraction" as low-level violations of probation or parole conditions including failure to report, address changes, program non-compliance, failed drug/alcohol screenings, and unpaid fines.

  • Prohibits the Parole Board from revoking parole for supervision infractions and requires use of graduated sanctions instead; limits parole revocation to technical violations and felony offenses.

  • Reduces the maximum term of post-release supervision from five (5) years to two (2) years.

  • Reduces the maximum term of probation from five (5) years to two (2) years.

  • Courts and the Parole Board are prohibited from revoking probation or parole for supervision infractions, requiring graduated sanctions through Section 47-7-38 instead.

Legislative Description

Supervised prison release programs; revise terms and conditions.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/2/2021

Committee Referrals

Corrections1/11/2021

Full Bill Text

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