An Act to amend 302.113 (8m) (a), 302.114 (8m) (a), 304.06 (3) and 973.10 (2) (intro.) of the statutes; Relating to: recommendation to revoke extended supervision, parole, or probation if a person is charged with a crime. (FE)
Impact
The approval of SB93 could lead to significant changes in how both probationers and parolees are managed by the criminal justice system. By requiring revocation recommendations upon any new charges, the bill aims to streamline the process of addressing alleged violations of release conditions. This could result in more individuals being returned to prison based on new charges, potentially impacting prison populations and the overall approach to rehabilitation. Moreover, this bill would likely foster discussions on the balance between public safety and the rights of individuals under supervised release, as it may lead to longer periods of incarceration for those charged with new crimes during their supervision.
Summary
Senate Bill 93 aims to amend several statutes relating to extended supervision, parole, and probation within the state's criminal justice system. The primary focus of the bill is to mandate that the Department of Corrections recommend the revocation of a person's extended supervision, parole, or probation if they are charged with a crime while on release. This legislative change intends to enhance the accountability of individuals on supervised release and maintain public safety by addressing alleged violations more rigorously. The bill addresses sections 302.113, 302.114, 304.06, and 973.10 of the existing statutes, ensuring a consistent application of these revocation recommendations across different types of supervised release.
Contention
One potential point of contention surrounding SB93 is its implications for individuals on supervised release who may be charged with minor or non-violent offenses. Critics argue that automatic recommendations for revocation could lead to an over-incarceration of individuals who have not necessarily violated their conditions of supervision, especially if they are charged with offenses that are unrelated to their current release status. Furthermore, the bill could face scrutiny regarding its effectiveness in truly enhancing public safety, as robust support systems and rehabilitative resources for those on parole and probation may be compromised by increased incarceration rates.
Crossfiled
An Act to amend 302.113 (8m) (a), 302.114 (8m) (a), 304.06 (3) and 973.10 (2) (intro.) of the statutes; Relating to: recommendation to revoke extended supervision, parole, or probation if a person is charged with a crime. (FE)
Revocation of probation, parole, or extended supervision and sanctions for violation of a condition or rule or probation, parole, or extended supervision. (FE)
Amends and adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding advisement to certain probationers and parolees regarding conditions of probation or parole.
Allows a law enforcement officer to arrest a parolee or probationer without a warrant in certain circumstances and requires conditions and terms of probation or parole to be recorded in MULES