This bill amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to clarify the conditions under which probation may be revoked, particularly concerning technical violations. It specifies that certain offenses, such as violations of Title 40 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes, will be considered technical violations unless the court deems otherwise. Additionally, the bill introduces a provision that allows for the revocation of probation if a defendant on probation for a felony is subsequently convicted of another felony, with the revocation taking effect from the date of the new offense or conviction.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that the revocation provisions do not apply to defendants who are ordered to complete a drug or specialty court program as a condition of their probation. If such defendants fail to successfully complete the program, their probation may be revoked based on the date of the new felony offense or conviction. This legislative change aims to provide clearer guidelines for probation violations and revocations while considering the circumstances of defendants involved in rehabilitation programs.