This bill amends several sections of Nebraska's statutes related to the administration of justice, specifically focusing on the roles and responsibilities of probation officers and peace officers in managing probationers and juveniles. Key provisions include the requirement for peace officers to assume custody of probationers upon request from probation officers, as indicated by the new language stating, "If called on by a probation officer, a peace officer shall arrest and assume custody of the probationer." Similar language is added regarding juveniles, where a peace officer is required to take a juvenile into temporary custody upon request from a probation officer.

Additionally, the bill harmonizes existing provisions and establishes a framework for the graduated response system, which includes sanctions and incentives for probationers and juveniles. This system aims to facilitate behavior change and compliance with probation terms. The bill also outlines the procedures for probation officers when they suspect violations of probation conditions, including the option to impose administrative sanctions or seek formal revocation proceedings. The original sections being amended are repealed, streamlining the legal framework governing probation and juvenile custody.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 29-2266.01, 29-2266.02, 43-248, 43-286.01