(Missouri Digital News) -- A Missouri House bill went into effect on Tuesday, Aug. 28, that could allow some convicted criminals to have shorter parole.
The new law allows some parolees to earn credits toward parole periods for complying with the conditions of their release. Supporters of the bill say it will help save taxpayers' money by reducing the number of non-violent offenders that the state has to supervise.
The law's sponsor, Rep. Gary Fuhr, R-St. Louis, says that this law could help lighten the financial load for taxpayers in Missouri.
"There are various estimates of them that can save anywhere from $50,000 up to several million dollars depending on how many people actually comply with their probation or parole provisions," Fuhr said.
Those who do not follow the conditions of their probation will be sent to a mandatory 120-day correctional rehabilitation facility or returned to prison.
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