HB1237

Pennsylvania HB1237 amends provisions for problem-solving courts and probation modifications.

Pennsylvania HB1237 amends Title 42 to enhance problem-solving courts and probation modifications. It allows courts to establish specialized treatment courts, including veterans, drug, mental health, and DUI courts. The bill also creates a veterans track within treatment courts for districts lacking full resources. Additionally, it establishes a presumption against total confinement for technical probation violations and mandates courts to consider the defendant's employment status. The act will take effect in 60 days.