This bill proposes significant updates to current statutes regarding probation for individuals convicted of dangerous crimes against children (DCAC). Under the new provisions, the court would be prohibited from terminating or modifying the period of probation earlier than originally imposed for defendants convicted of a DCAC, as defined in section 13-705. Additionally, probationers serving for a DCAC would not be eligible to receive earned time credit or work time credit toward their probation period. The bill also clarifies that these restrictions apply to individuals currently serving lifetime probation for a DCAC and those placed on lifetime probation after the bill's effective date.

The bill makes several technical changes to existing language, including adjustments to the timing of probation reports and the rights of victims during hearings. It specifies that the court must conduct hearings with the understanding that probationers convicted of a DCAC cannot have their probation terminated early. Furthermore, the bill emphasizes that it is an emergency measure, intended to take effect immediately to ensure public safety.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-901, 13-923, 13-924, 13-913, 13-603, 12-267, 13-902, 31-233, 13-705, 13-901.01, 13-3422, 13-3821, 13-3825
House Engrossed Version: 13-901, 13-923, 13-924, 13-913, 13-603, 12-267, 13-902, 31-233, 13-705, 13-901.01, 13-3422, 13-3821, 13-3825