This bill proposes the creation of a new section to chapter 27-05 of the North Dakota Century Code, which establishes district court supervised treatment programs that are approved by the supreme court. The bill outlines the roles and responsibilities of various state departments in relation to these programs. Specifically, it mandates that the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation supervise offenders sentenced to supervised probation, while the Department of Health and Human Services is tasked with overseeing treatment services. Additionally, the district court is responsible for providing judicial direction, guidance, and coordination within all approved treatment and compliance-related specialized dockets.

The new legal language inserted into the current law emphasizes the collaborative approach between the district court and state departments to ensure effective supervision and treatment of offenders. This structured framework aims to enhance the management of supervised treatment programs, ensuring that they adhere to established policies, procedures, and best practices. Overall, the bill seeks to improve the efficacy of treatment programs within the judicial system in North Dakota.