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This bill eliminates certain probation fees and conditions in the Maine Criminal Code, specifically removing requirements for individuals on probation to pay general supervision fees and fees related to requesting temporary leave from a jurisdiction. The bill modifies Section 15 MRSA §3314, which governs juvenile probation, by removing language about a specific probation condition. Additionally, the bill repeals several sections of the Maine Revised Statutes (17-A MRSA) related to probation fees and conditions, including sections 1752, 1754, and specific subsections 6 and 8 of section 1807. By repealing these sections, the bill effectively eliminates the legal basis for charging probationers these fees, which were likely seen as financial burdens that could impede successful rehabilitation and reintegration. The changes apply to both adult and juvenile probation systems, aiming to reduce financial barriers for individuals under court supervision and potentially make the probation process more equitable.

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