A2172

Expands the Criminal Sentencing and Disposition Commission and broadens its reporting duties.

The bill increases the membership of the Criminal Sentencing and Disposition Commission from 13 to 17 members, including representatives from the Legislative Black Caucus, Legislative Latino Caucus, and a police organization. It adds two public members, ensuring no more than two are from the same political party. The commission's duties expand to include reviewing judicial discretion, recommending sentencing changes, and assessing disparity issues in policing, defense representation, and jury selection. The commission must submit annual reports to the Governor and Legislature.