Bill > H3132

This bill amends Chapter 211F of the General Laws to allow the court to order participation in a pretrial services program in lieu of bail or as a condition of release. The court can dictate the duration and conditions of the pretrial services program, which should be imposed to ensure the defendant's return to court. Successful completion of the pretrial services program may result in a deduction of up to 5 days per program or activity for each month, not exceeding a maximum of 10 days per month, from any sentence imposed if the defendant is convicted. The probation department may also utilize pretrial services programs for pretrial supervision upon agreement by the defendant. Additionally, an individual held in jail may be released to probation to enter a pretrial services program upon agreement by the commissioner of probation and the sheriff. Placement in a pretrial services program requires victim notification as required under Chapter 258B.

Justice

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3132