The proposed bill would amend current statutes related to probation hearings, specifically by adding provisions for prehearings for certain probationers. Under the new law, prehearings would be required for probation reviews of individuals under 22 years old who committed offenses necessitating sex offender registration when they were under 18. This change would ensure that notification is provided not only for the probation hearing but also for any prehearings held, thereby expanding the scope of individuals who must be informed, including the prosecutor, the probationer's attorney, the probation officer, and any victims or their attorneys.

Additionally, the bill makes technical changes to the language of the statute, such as replacing "prior to" with "before" in the context of submitting probation reports to the court. It also clarifies the notification requirements by specifying that notifications must be sent for both the probation hearing and any prehearings, ensuring compliance with the victims' bill of rights as outlined in the Arizona Constitution. Overall, these updates aim to enhance the procedural framework surrounding probation reviews and ensure that all relevant parties are adequately informed.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-923
House Engrossed Version: 13-923