Bill > H0593

This bill amends existing law to revise provisions regarding possession of a firearm and the discharge of a defendant, as well as the amendment of judgment. Specifically, it clarifies that a person "stands convicted of a felony" for the purposes of the firearm possession law, including those convicted outside of Idaho. It also expands the circumstances under which a court can set aside a conviction or amend a judgment, including for defendants who have successfully completed an authorized treatment court program or retained jurisdiction. Additionally, the bill allows for the reduction of certain felony convictions to misdemeanors in some cases. Overall, the bill aims to update and clarify the criminal records laws in Idaho.

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Ways and Means Committee (House)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2020/legislation/H0593/