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This bill creates an advisory council to conduct a comprehensive review and technical revision of Maine's Criminal Code and other statutes establishing criminal offenses. The council will consist of five members: a prosecuting attorney, a criminal defense attorney, a legal educator specializing in criminal law, an active retired judge, and the Attorney General (or their designee) who will serve as chair. The council will first hire an outside consultant through a competitive proposal process to conduct a detailed review of criminal statutes, with the goal of identifying and addressing issues such as unused or obsolete provisions, confusing language, inconsistencies, and redundant sections. State departments and agencies may provide recommendations to the council about crimes within their jurisdiction. By February 1, 2026, the advisory council must submit a report with their findings and recommended legislative changes to the Joint Standing Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety, which can then propose legislation for the Second Regular Session of the 132nd Legislature. Importantly, all council actions require unanimous consensus among its five members, ensuring collaborative and thorough decision-making.

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