S_JUD_2023A 02/08/2023 01:36:21 PM Committee Summary

Senator Gonzales made opening remarks. 

J.R. Hall, Chairperson, and Michael Tessean, Parole Board Director,  presented on behalf of the State Board of Parole pursuant to Section 17-2-201(3.5), C.R.S.

The presentation made by viewed here:  https://leg.colorado.gov/sites/default/files/images/colorado_state_board_of_parole-_jjc_presentation_and_fy22_annual_report.pdf

Committee members asked questions about revocations and recividism.  Further discussion followed about special needs parole.

Captain Mike Honn, Colorado State Patrol,  Legislative Affairs - Chief's Office, and Robert Force, Director of the Colorado Auto Theft Prevention Initiative Update (CAPTA) provided an overview of the Colorado Automobile Theft Prevention Authority. 

The presentation may be accessed here:  https://leg.colorado.gov/sites/default/files/images/catpa_joint_judiciary_02.08.23_final_0.pdf

Committee members asked questions about prevention programs.  Committee discussed ensued about prosecuting more auto theft crimes in high risk areas. Additional questions were asked about expanding the associated task force, public outreach and education, and root causes.  Discussion followed about supporting innovative ways to prevent car theft.