MS SB2238

Revises the definition of "technical violation" in probation and parole law to explicitly exclude the commission of a new criminal offense by a probationer or parolee.

Authorizes the Department of Corrections to impose graduated sanctions as an alternative to judicial modification or revocation for offenders who commit technical violations.

Requires the Commissioner of Corrections to develop a standardized graduated sanctions system with a grid to guide field officers in determining appropriate responses to technical violations.

Specifies permitted graduated sanctions including verbal warnings, increased reporting, drug testing, substance abuse treatment, loss of earned-discharge credits, and incarceration in county jail for up to two days per incident (maximum two times per month, four days total).

Takes effect July 1, 2025.