HB1971

HB1971 modifies provisions relating to certain privileged information, including presentence investigation reports and probation or parole records.

HB1971 modifies provisions relating to certain privileged information, including presentence investigation reports and probation or parole records. The bill mandates that the clerk of the court keep permanent files of all applications for probation or parole, and records of all presentence investigations, probations, paroles, and discharges. Information and data obtained by a probation or parole officer are designated as privileged and cannot be disclosed to anyone other than the members of a parole board and the judge entitled to receive reports.