2020 Senate Bill 1050 / Public Act 397

Reduce maximum probation terms

Introduced in the Senate

July 23, 2020

Introduced by Sen. Michael MacDonald (R-10)

To reduce the maximum probation sentence from five years to three years for felonies, plus one additional year if a court finds it would serve a "specific rehabilitation goal.” The bill also limits sentences for probation violations.

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety

Oct. 6, 2020

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Dec. 3, 2020

Passed in the Senate 36 to 1 (details)

Received in the House

Dec. 8, 2020

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary

Dec. 17, 2020

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Passed in the House 102 to 3 (details)

To reduce the maximum probation sentence from five years to three years for felonies, plus one additional year if a court finds it would serve a "specific rehabilitation goal.” The bill also limits sentences for probation violations.

Received in the Senate

Dec. 18, 2020

Passed in the Senate 36 to 1 (details)

To concur with the House-passed version of the bill.

Signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer

Dec. 31, 2020