Bill > H0535

This bill makes several key changes regarding aged prison inmates in Florida: 1. Requires the Department of Corrections (DOC) to consider the needs of inmates over 50 years old and adopt unique healthcare standards for this population. 2. Establishes a "Supervised Conditional Elderly Release" program that allows certain inmates 65 and older who have served at least 50% of their sentence to be considered for early release under supervision, with specific eligibility criteria and review process. 3. Allows inmates 65 and older to serve less than 85% of their sentence if they receive certain forms of discretionary release, down from the standard 85% requirement. 4. Expands eligibility for the existing "Conditional Medical Release" program to include "elderly and infirm inmates" - defined as those 65+ with a condition that renders them infirm or physically impaired but not a danger. 5. Provides for arrest and revocation procedures for inmates participating in the Supervised Conditional Elderly Release program who violate the terms of their supervision. Overall, the bill aims to address the unique healthcare needs and possibilities for early release of older inmates in Florida's prison system.

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http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2017/535