Bill
LC 1083
Overview: Bill Number: LC 1083, Title: Generally revise criminal justice laws, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: November 11, 2024Purpose and Intent: This comprehensi
Overview: Bill Number: LC 1083, Title: Generally revise criminal justice laws, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: November 11, 2024
Purpose and Intent: This comprehensive bill aims to reform various aspects of Montana's criminal justice system, with the overarching goals of enhancing public safety, promoting rehabilitation and reintegration, and addressing racial and socioeconomic disparities.
Key Provisions:
- Revises sentencing guidelines to emphasize alternatives to incarceration, such as probation, parole, and diversion programs
- Expands eligibility and funding for mental health and substance abuse treatment services for offenders
- Mandates the collection and public reporting of demographic data on arrests, prosecutions, and sentencing to identify and address bias
- Increases access to expungement and record sealing for certain nonviolent offenses to improve employment and housing opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals
- Establishes a statewide law enforcement oversight and accountability commission
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals involved in the criminal justice system, including offenders, victims, and their families
- Law enforcement agencies and the courts
- Community organizations and service providers focused on criminal justice reform and reentry support
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
This bill was introduced in the Montana Legislature in November 2024 but did not progress further and died in the legislative process.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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