From committee: Without further action pursuant to Joint Rule 62(a).
Summary
The bill changes the Penal Code so a judge can strike certain drug possession and trafficking enhancements if doing so is in the furtherance of justice. It also lets courts consider a list of mitigating factors—like mental illness, childhood trauma, or non‑violent offenses—when deciding whether to dismiss any enhancement. The change applies to all sentences after Jan. 1, 2022.
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- Public Safety Committee HearingPublic Safety · Apr 7, 2026
- Public SafetyPublic Safety · Apr 7, 2026
History
- From committee: Without further action pursuant to Joint Rule 62(a).
- In committee: Set, second hearing. Failed passage.
- In committee: Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
- Referred to Com. on PUB. S.
- From printer. May be heard in committee March 23.
- Read first time. To print.
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- Johnson · sponsor
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