Senate Bill No. introduced by E. Boldman aims to prohibit the Montana Department of Corrections from incarcerating inmates out of state if they have a child under the age of 13 residing in Montana, unless the inmate's parental rights have been terminated or their incarceration is due to a conviction of a sexual offense. This bill amends Section 53-30-106 of the Montana Code Annotated, which addresses the management of inmate populations and the conditions under which inmates may be confined in other jurisdictions.

The bill introduces specific legal language that restricts the out-of-state confinement of certain inmates based on their parental status, thereby prioritizing the welfare of children and maintaining family connections. This amendment reflects a shift in policy aimed at considering the impact of incarceration on families, particularly young children, while still allowing for exceptions in cases of terminated parental rights or sexual offenses.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 53-30-106
SB0425_1(1): 53-30-106
SB0425_1(2): 53-30-106
SB0425_1(3): 53-30-106
SB0425_1: 53-30-106