Senate Bill No. 505 establishes a working group tasked with studying the laws of the state related to criminal justice, specifically focusing on titles 18, 53, 53a, and 54 of the general statutes. The group will consist of members appointed by various leaders in the House and Senate, ensuring a diverse representation of expertise in criminal law and procedure. The administrative staff of the judiciary committee will support the working group, which is required to submit a report of its findings and recommendations by January 1, 2027. The working group will dissolve upon submission of the report or on the specified date, whichever is later.
The bill includes new legal language that creates this working group and outlines its purpose and structure, marked by and tags. Notably, there are no fiscal impacts anticipated for the state or municipalities as the working group is expected to operate within existing resources. The act is set to take effect upon passage, with the new section being established as part of the law.