California 2009-2010 Regular Session Status: Introduced

SB 153 — Jails: discharge of prisoners.

Last action — Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56.

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 2009-2010 Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

Summary

Existing law establishes that the sheriff may discharge any prisoner from the county jail at such time on the last day a prisoner may be confined as the sheriff considers to be in the best interests of the prisoner. Existing law allows for the accelerated release of inmates, as specified, upon the authorization of the superior court. This bill would provide that the sheriff shall discharge a prisoner upon the completion of his or her sentence between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m., with certain exceptions. The bill would specify that it shall not be construed to allow jails to retain a prisoner any longer than otherwise required or to prevent the early release of prisoners, as specified. Because this bill would require that prisoners be released from jail during a specific time, it would create a state-mandated local program. The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement. This bill would provide that, if the Commission on State Mandates determines that the bill contains costs mandated by the state, reimbursement for those costs shall be made pursuant to these statutory provisions.

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Action History

  1. Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56.

  2. Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.

  3. Set for hearing April 14.

  4. To Com. on PUB. S.

  5. From print. May be acted upon on or after March 15.

  6. Introduced. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment. To print.

Sponsors

  • Liu · Primary

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Sponsors (1)

  • Liu

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 153 do?
Existing law establishes that the sheriff may discharge any prisoner from the county jail at such time on the last day a prisoner may be confined as the sheriff considers to be in the best interests of the prisoner. Existing law allows for the accelerated release of inmates, as specified, upon the authorization of the superior court. This bill would provide that the sheriff shall discharge a prisoner upon the completion of his or her sentence between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m., with certain exceptions. The bill would specify that it shall not be construed to allow jails to retain a prisoner any longer than otherwise required or to prevent the early release of prisoners, as specified. Because this bill would require that prisoners be released from jail during a specific time, it would create a state-mandated local program. The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement. This bill would provide that, if the Commission on State Mandates determines that the bill contains costs mandated by the state, reimbursement for those costs shall be made pursuant to these statutory provisions.
Who sponsors SB 153?
SB 153 is sponsored by Liu.
What is the current status of SB 153?
This bill died with 2009-2010 Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track SB 153?
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