This bill amends several sections of Kansas law regarding the preparation and submission of presentence investigation reports and journal entries in criminal cases. It mandates that these documents must be completed and submitted in the form and manner prescribed by the Kansas sentencing commission. Specifically, it updates K.S.A. 21-6813, 22-3426, 22-3426a, and 22-3439, while repealing the existing sections. Key changes include the requirement for the presentence investigation report to include detailed information about the crime, the defendant's history, and proposed sentencing recommendations, as well as ensuring that the journal entries contain comprehensive details about the conviction and sentencing.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the court must ensure that all documents related to felony convictions and probation revocations are forwarded to the Kansas sentencing commission and the Kansas Bureau of Investigation within 30 days of sentencing. The language also emphasizes that the court must not accept documents that do not comply with the prescribed format. Overall, the bill aims to standardize the reporting process and enhance the accuracy and accessibility of criminal records in Kansas.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 22-3426, 22-3426a, 22-3439, 21-6813