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AR SCR2
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/9/2012
Primary Sponsor
Jonathan Dismang
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AI Summary
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Authorizes Senator Dismang to introduce a bill amending Arkansas Code § 16-93-615(b)(1) regarding parole eligibility for inmates convicted of felonies
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Replaces specific references to sexual assault in the first and second degree with a broader category covering any offense requiring sex offender registration under the Sex Offender Registration Act of 1997
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Maintains parole eligibility after serving one-third (1/3) or one-half (1/2) of sentence for qualifying felonies including homicide, battery, kidnapping, rape, aggravated robbery, and drug-related offenses
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Preserves exceptions for offenses listed under § 16-93-612(e)(1), which restrict parole eligibility for the most serious crimes
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Renumbers subsections (C) through (H) to (C) through (G) to reflect the consolidation of sex offense provisions
Legislative Description
To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill To Amend Parole Eligibility For Persons Convicted Of A Felony Sex Offense.
Last Action
Senate Sine Die adjournment
3/9/2012