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Introduced
02/19/2019
02/19/2019
In Committee
03/04/2019
03/04/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/03/2019
05/03/2019
Introduced Session
2019 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requiring the chief judge of each judicial circuit to establish a Military Veterans and Servicemembers Court Program; requiring the chief judge to consider nationally recognized best practices when adopting policies and procedures for the program, etc.
AI Summary
This bill requires the chief judge of each judicial circuit to establish a Military Veterans and Servicemembers Court Program, which allows veterans and servicemembers who are charged or convicted of a criminal offense and suffer from a military-related mental illness, traumatic brain injury, substance abuse disorder, or psychological problem to be sentenced in a manner that addresses their specific needs through tailored services. The chief judge must consider nationally recognized best practices when adopting policies and procedures for the program, and entry into the program is based on the sentencing court's assessment of the defendant's background and agreement to participate.
Committee Categories
Justice, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Died in Judiciary (on 05/03/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2019/1226 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2019/1226/BillText/Filed/HTML |
| Bill | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2019/1226/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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