HB 2374 - DIGEST

     Encourages the use of nonincarcerative punishment options for nonviolent offenders.

     Maximizes the ability of the judiciary to exercise discretion in imposing punishment options for nonviolent offenders who are not sex offenders.

     Directs the administrator for the courts to provide a curriculum for judges that emphasizes the availability, effectiveness, and role nonincarcerative punishment options have in a sound correctional policy.

     Directs the sentencing guidelines commission to evaluate the impact of implementing the punishment options and report to the legislature by December 1, 1995.