Bill > HB0562

This bill makes comprehensive changes to law enforcement and criminal justice procedures in Utah, focusing on several key areas. The bill modifies probation supervision rules, requiring county sheriffs to adopt standards established by the Utah Sheriffs' Association and setting specific protocols for handling probation violations. It establishes a standardized financial condition schedule for bail and pretrial release, with default amounts ranging from $25 to $25,000 depending on the offense type. The legislation also enhances procedures for collecting criminal accounts receivable, including more detailed requirements for tracking and transferring debt collection responsibilities between courts and the Office of State Debt Collection. Additionally, the bill clarifies and expands the Board of Pardons and Parole's authority in handling restitution, payment schedules, and criminal accounts, with specific provisions for offenders sentenced before and after July 1, 2021. The bill includes technical modifications to various sections of Utah law related to criminal justice, such as pretrial detention hearings, sentencing, and victim restitution, with the aim of improving consistency, transparency, and efficiency in the criminal justice system. The changes will take effect on May 7, 2025, with some specific coordinating provisions for potential interactions with another pending bill.

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