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Introduced
02/19/2019
02/19/2019
In Committee
02/28/2019
02/28/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/03/2019
05/03/2019
Introduced Session
2019 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires chief judge of each judicial circuit to establish military veterans & servicemembers court program; requires chief judge to consider nationally recognized best practices when adopting policies & procedures for program.
AI Summary
This bill requires the chief judge of each judicial circuit to establish a Military Veterans and Servicemembers Court Program, under which veterans, including those discharged under a general discharge, and servicemembers who suffer from a military-related mental illness, traumatic brain injury, substance abuse disorder, or psychological problem can be sentenced in a manner that addresses their specific needs. The chief judge must consider nationally recognized best practices when adopting policies and procedures for the program. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2019.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Died in Criminal Justice Subcommittee (on 05/03/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2019/937 |
| Bill | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2019/937/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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