An Act relating to pretrial services supervision agreements.

SB 71 requires Alaska's commissioner to establish a standardized pretrial services program that conducts risk assessments for defendants detained after arrest and provides court recommendations on pretrial release. The bill allows the commissioner to contract with municipalities to provide pretrial supervision specifically for defendants charged only with municipal violations (e.g., local ordinance offenses), with fees set by regulation. Pretrial services officers will handle release violations, make diversion recommendations, and refer defendants to substance abuse treatment programs. This bill directly affects defendants awaiting trial, courts, and local municipalities that may use these services.