SB84

Generally revise laws related to presentence investigations

Failed·5/23/25

Montana SB84 revises laws related to presentence investigations, including when they are required and the content of the reports.

Montana SB84 generally revises laws related to presentence investigations. The bill specifies that a presentence investigation is required for defendants convicted of a felony, a violent offense, or a crime for which restitution is owed. It also allows for investigations for misdemeanors originally charged as sexual or violent offenses. The investigation must include a mental evaluation and other details about the defendant's background. The report is made available to various parties, including the court, victim, and attorneys.

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Roll Call Votes

14 Yea

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9 Nay

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Calendar

Apr 10, 2025

11:00 AM

House Appropriations Hearing

Apr 9, 2025

8:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

May 23, 2025

House

(H) Died in Standing Committee

Apr 10, 2025

House

(H) Hearing (H) Appropriations

Apr 10, 2025

Senate

(S) Revised Fiscal Note Requested