Bill > H0384

This bill adds a new chapter to Idaho law called the "Idaho Wrongful Conviction Act" that provides a process for a person who was wrongfully convicted and imprisoned to seek compensation from the state. The key provisions are: - A person must establish several requirements to prevail in a civil action against the state for wrongful conviction, including that they did not commit the crime, did not aid or abet the crime, and had their conviction reversed or received a pardon on grounds of innocence. - Successful claimants can receive $60,000 (or $75,000 if on death row) for each year of imprisonment, and $25,000 for each year on parole or required to register as a sex offender. They can also receive reentry services, medical insurance, and a tuition waiver. - An "Innocence Fund" is created in the state treasury to pay the compensation awards. - Claimants who previously received a judgment or settlement in a separate civil action will have that amount deducted from the compensation.

Justice

Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee (House)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2020/legislation/H0384/