Corrections: supervision.
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No
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Overview
This bill changes how the state handles supervision for people recently released from prison. It prohibits supervisors from preventing contact between inmates and their family members, unless the family member is a victim of the crime and it’s deemed necessary for public safety. The bill also shortens the timeframe for evaluating a defendant’s mental competency in court to 29 days and requires a release on recognizance if the hearing is delayed. Finally, it clarifies that supervisors are not courts and addresses potential state costs associated with the changes.
Key provisions
- Prohibits supervisors from preventing contact between individuals on supervision and their family members, except in cases where the family member is a crime victim and deemed necessary for public safety.
- Shortens the timeframe for evaluating a defendant’s mental competency to 29 days instead of 30.
- Requires release on recognizance if a mental competency hearing is delayed beyond 29 days.
- Defines ‘supervision authority’ as any government agency that imposes supervision conditions, excluding courts.
- Addresses potential state costs associated with the bill, requiring reimbursement if the Commission on State Mandates determines costs exist.
- Amends Section 1370.01 of the Penal Code to streamline the process for determining mental competency and diversion options.
- Clarifies that a misdemeanor violation of Vehicle Code Sections 23152 or 23153 can be included in a mental health diversion program.
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