Bill > SB0902

This bill amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to prohibit probation for certain criminal sexual conduct violations, specifically first, second, third, and fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct, as well as assault with the intent to commit criminal sexual conduct involving sexual penetration. Probation, which allows a judge to place a defendant under the supervision of a probation officer instead of imposing a legal penalty if the defendant is unlikely to re-offend and public good doesn't require the penalty, is now explicitly disallowed for these offenses. The bill also clarifies language regarding delayed sentencing and supervision fees, ensuring that a defendant's eligibility for leniency is assessed and that supervision fees are collected appropriately, with provisions for waivers in cases of indigence.