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CA SB706

CA SB706
County prisoners: Community Reintegration and


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Introduced
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2013-2014 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act to add Section 3470 to the Penal Code, relating to county prisoners.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a "Community Reintegration and Transition Status" (CRATS) for individuals released from county jail after serving part or all of a felony sentence under a specific Penal Code section, requiring them to be on this status for 12 months. During this period, individuals on CRATS cannot be sent back to jail or face revocation unless they are arrested or convicted of a new crime, and they are subject to searches by peace officers at any time, with or without a warrant or cause, though officers cannot conduct searches solely for harassment. The bill emphasizes the importance of this post-release period for successful reintegration and public safety, noting that individuals on CRATS must be held accountable for restitution and fines, and will be informed of these search conditions upon release.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 62(a). (on 05/24/2013)

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