HB63 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Jim HillRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

Criminal procedure; split sentence authorized for 30 year sentence

Summary

HB63 allows judges to split sentences for certain felonies up to 30 years, with structured confinement and probation options.

What This Bill Does

The bill allows a judge to split a sentence for Class A-D felonies when the total sentence is 30 years or less. It sets three tiers of confinement with the remainder of the sentence suspended and probation, based on the total sentence: up to 15 years (up to 3 years confinement); 15-20 years (3-5 years confinement); 20-30 years (minimum 10 years confinement). Probation is generally allowed for offenses punishable by fine or imprisonment, except for sex offenses involving a child, which may not receive probation. The court can suspend the remaining portion of the minimum sentence and place the defendant on probation, with the act becoming effective October 1, 2024.

Who It Affects

• Offenders convicted of Class A-D felonies (excluding sex offenses involving a child) who are sentenced to 30 years or less and may benefit from a split sentence with part served in confinement and the rest on probation.
• Individuals convicted of sex offenses involving a child (Class A or B) who are not eligible for probation under this framework.

Key Provisions

• Extends the split-sentence option to sentences up to 30 years for Class A-D felonies (excluding sex offenses involving a child).
• Defines three confinement tiers with suspended remainder and probation based on total sentence: ≤15 years (up to 3 years confinement); >15 to ≤20 years (3-5 years confinement); >20 to ≤30 years (minimum 10 years confinement).
• Prohibits probation for sex offenses involving a child; probation is otherwise allowed for offenses punishable by fine or imprisonment.
• Allows the court to suspend the remaining portion of the minimum sentence and place the defendant on probation, with authority to revoke or modify probation conditions.
• Minimum confinement periods ordered by the court cannot be suspended or altered; the act becomes effective October 1, 2024.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Criminal Procedure