The proposed bill, SB1364, amends Arizona Revised Statutes section 13-901 to establish a process for courtesy transferring a probationer's intensive or supervised probation to another county within the state. Under the new provisions, a probationer can request this transfer in writing, provided they can demonstrate family caregiver obligations, employment, housing, or an offer of employment or housing that supports their positive behavioral change. The supervising probation department is required to confirm the details of the probationer's plans, review victim safety concerns, and submit the transfer request to the receiving county within seven business days.

Additionally, the receiving probation department must verify the information and grant permission for the transfer within the same timeframe unless they find the transfer plan to be unsubstantiated or potentially harmful to the victim. The bill also stipulates that if a probationer violates their probation or commits a new offense in the receiving county, they cannot be returned to the original county for supervision, except for revocation hearings or court orders. This legislation aims to facilitate smoother transitions for probationers while ensuring compliance with safety and legal standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-901
Senate Engrossed Version: 13-901
Chaptered Version: 13-901