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RI H7651

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jose Batista

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a presumption of release for probation violations that do not constitute a new criminal offense or involve only low-level substance use, requiring courts to set reasonable bail or non-monetary conditions

  • Limits pretrial detention to cases where the court finds the defendant presents a threat to the community or themselves, or when no conditions will reasonably assure appearance at the violation hearing

  • Requires courts to explain in writing or on the record their reasoning when denying release to an alleged probation violator

  • Mandates hearings within 30 days of arrest for most violations, reduced to 10 days (excluding weekends and holidays) for those held without bail

  • Removes prior provisions allowing courts to hold defendants without bail for up to 10 days for violent crimes, domestic violence, or DUI charges related to probation violations

Legislative Description

Requires courts to presume release for most probation violations, set reasonable bail or non-monetary conditions, limit detention to cases of risk or danger, require prompt hearings, and mandate written reasons for detention.

Criminal Procedure

Last Action

Introduced, referred to House Judiciary

2/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/11/2026

Full Bill Text

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