In doing its work, the commission may consult with parties who have an interest in the criminal justice system; and be it further

Sec. 6. Staff. Resolved: That the commission shall request necessary staffing assistance from the Legislative Council; and be it further

Sec. 7. Compensation. Resolved: That the members of the commission who are Legislators are entitled to the legislative per diem, as defined in the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 3, section 2, and reimbursement for necessary expenses incurred for their attendance at authorized meetings of the commission. Other members of the commission who are not otherwise compensated by their employers or other entities that they represent are entitled to receive reimbursement of necessary expenses incurred for their attendance at authorized meetings; and be it further

Sec. 8. Report. Resolved: That the commission shall submit its report, together with any necessary implementing legislation, to the First Regular Session of the 121st Legislature no later than November 15, 2002. If the commission requires a limited extension of time to conclude its work, it may apply to the Legislative Council, which may grant the extension.

SUMMARY

This resolve creates the Criminal Code Revision Commission, the duties of which include reviewing all provisions of the Maine Criminal Code, Juvenile Code and Maine Bail Code and drafting proposed legislation that repeals or amends archaic language and repeals crimes that are redundant or covered by existing general provisions. The commission shall deliver its report and any proposed legislation to the First Regular Session of the 121st Legislature.