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This bill amends Maine's state law regarding individuals with pending probation violations by mandating that if a person is denied bail during their initial appearance for a probation violation, or cannot post bail, or has other pending legal matters for which they are incarcerated, they must be transferred to the custody of the Department of Corrections. The bill specifically adds a new subsection (5-A) to Section 1811 of Title 17-A of the Maine Revised Statutes Annotated (MRSA), which governs probation violations. The provision ensures that such individuals remain in Department of Corrections custody until their court proceedings are completed or their legal matters receive a final disposition. This legislation aims to standardize the handling of individuals with probation violation charges by providing a clear protocol for their detention during ongoing legal processes, potentially reducing uncertainty in the judicial system's management of these cases.

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