2004 Senate Bill 999 ↩

Senate Roll Call 161: Passed

To eliminate eligibility for probation and the dismissal of first-time drug charges for individuals who have participated in a drug treatment court. Under current law, when an individual pleads guilty to a first drug offence, the court may defer further proceedings, place the person on probation and, upon fulfillment of the probation terms, dismiss the case without adjudication of guilt. The bill is part of a legislative package that includes Senate Bill 998, to establish standardized statewide procedures and guidelines for drug treatment courts.