Victims of crime; restorative mediation. (SB1380)
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Description
Victims' rights; restorative mediation. Provides that the victim of a criminal offense may request mediation with the defendant prior to the final disposition in the defendant's case. If mediation is conducted, the results of the mediation and the victim's statement of needs shall be presented to the court by the mediator prior to the sentencing hearing. The bill also provides that the Director of the Department of Corrections shall maintain a system for victim-offender mediation in the state correctional facilities. Such mediation shall be conducted upon the request of the victim and upon the agreement of both parties. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
Date | Action |
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01/18/2007 | Presented and ordered printed 076569750 |
01/18/2007 | Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice |
02/06/2007 | Letter sent to Crime Commission |