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A 1405

Relates to establishing gang courts pilot program

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Phil Ramos

Summary of Bill A 1405: Establishing Gang Courts Pilot Program Main Purpose and IntentThe primary goal of this bill is to establish a pilot program for specialized "gang courts" wi

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Bill Summary · A 1405

Summary of Bill A 1405: Establishing Gang Courts Pilot Program

Main Purpose and Intent

The primary goal of this bill is to establish a pilot program for specialized "gang courts" within the state's judicial system. These courts would focus on handling cases involving individuals accused of crimes related to gang activity or membership.

Key Provisions

  • Creates a 3-year pilot program to implement gang courts in up to 5 counties across the state
  • Allows the state's Chief Judge to designate certain courts to serve as "gang courts" for the duration of the pilot
  • Requires specialized training for judges, prosecutors, and public defenders participating in the gang courts
  • Mandates the development of risk assessment tools and intervention programs tailored to gang-involved offenders
  • Directs the state's Department of Criminal Justice to monitor and evaluate the pilot program's effectiveness

Affected Parties

  • Individuals charged with gang-related crimes in the pilot counties
  • Judges, prosecutors, public defenders, and other court personnel working in the designated gang courts
  • Law enforcement agencies and community organizations involved in anti-gang efforts

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • The bill would take effect 90 days after becoming law
  • The 3-year pilot program would begin within 6 months of the effective date
  • The Department of Criminal Justice must report on the pilot's progress and outcomes after 2 years, with a final evaluation after 3 years
  • The legislature would then decide whether to expand the gang courts program statewide based on the pilot's results

Overall, this bill represents a targeted effort to address gang-related crime through the establishment of specialized judicial resources and interventions. Its success would depend on the implementation and evaluation of the pilot program in the coming years.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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