HB464

AN ACT relating to alternative sentences.

Introduced·1/21/26
Bill Text

Kentucky HB464 proposes alternative sentencing for caretakers of dependent children to prevent separation and promote family unity.

Kentucky HB464, the Family Preservation and Accountability Act, aims to promote family life and protect children by encouraging courts to consider alternative sentences for caretakers of dependent children. Courts must consider the defendant's status as a caretaker of a dependent child before imposing a sentence for a felony offense, unless specific conditions apply. The bill defines "caretaker of a dependent child" and outlines factors the court should consider when determining an alternative sentence.

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History

Jan 29

House

to Judiciary (H)

Jan 21

House

introduced in House

Jan 21

House

to Committee on Committees (H)