AZ SB1277

Establishes a parole reform study committee with 13 members including legislators, state officials, prosecutors, defense attorneys, parole officers, judges, academics, and prisoner advocacy representatives appointed by legislative and executive leadership.

Committee shall research and report on parole-related matters including the impact of truth in sentencing laws on sentences imposed on or after January 1, 1994, and examine eligibility and processes for prisoner release on parole.

Committee is authorized to request information from state agencies, hold public hearings, conduct fact-finding tours, and receive staff support and agency resources from the state at no cost.

Committee must submit findings and recommendations regarding parole reform to the governor, speaker of the house, president of the senate, and secretary of state by June 30, 2017.

Section is repealed effective December 31, 2017.