The proposed bill would amend current statutes to establish a home confinement program for eligible inmates, introducing new eligibility criteria and program requirements. Under the new law, inmates must have served at least one year of their sentence and meet specific conditions, such as not having prior convictions for serious offenses or violent felonies, and being within 18 months of release. The bill also mandates that the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) create the program, which includes notifying inmates, outlining eligibility requirements, and ensuring access to electronic monitoring technology.

Additionally, the bill modifies the existing supervision fee structure, maintaining a minimum fee of $65 while allowing for adjustments based on the inmate's ability to pay. It requires the collection of fees to be monitored by supervising officers and specifies that funds will be allocated to both the victim compensation fund and the community corrections enhancement fund. The bill also emphasizes the importance of victim input in the application process and mandates regular reporting on the program's effectiveness starting January 1, 2031. Overall, the bill aims to enhance community supervision options while ensuring accountability and support for inmates transitioning back into society.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 31-418, 41-1604.21, 35-146, 35-147, 41-2407, 31-411, 31-467.06, 41-1604.08, 41-1604.13
Senate Engrossed Version: 31-418, 41-1604.21, 35-146, 35-147, 41-2407, 31-411, 31-467.06, 41-1604.08, 41-1604.13
House Engrossed Version: 31-418, 41-1604.21, 35-146, 35-147, 41-2407, 31-411, 31-467.06, 41-1604.08, 41-1604.13