SB307

Requiring veterans with a condition from military service to be offered diversion for certain offenses and expanding the mitigating factor for departure at sentencing for veterans.

Introduced·1/12/26
Introduced Text

Kansas SB307 establishes a veteran diversion program for certain offenses, offering veterans with conditions from military service a chance to.

Kansas SB307 creates a veteran diversion program, requiring law enforcement and prosecutors to verify the veteran status of individuals charged with specific offenses. Eligible veterans, defined as those with conditions from military service contributing to their crime, can be offered diversion agreements. These agreements require participation in tailored, evidence-based treatment. The bill also expands the mitigating factors considered at sentencing for veterans, including their military service and any mental or physical conditions from service.

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History

Jan 13

Senate

Senate Referred to Committee on Judiciary

Jan 12

Senate

Senate Prefiled for Introduction on Friday, January 9, 2026

Jan 12

Senate

Senate Introduced