AZ SB1645

Allows the Board of Executive Clemency to release prisoners on "elder parole" if they are at least 60 years old, have served at least 20 years in actual custody, and pose minimal public safety risks.

Excludes prisoners sentenced to death, natural life, those required to serve their full term, and sex offenders required to register under Arizona law from elder parole eligibility.

Requires the Board to use an evidence-based risk assessment instrument and find by preponderance of evidence that a released prisoner can remain at liberty without substantial risk to public safety.

Permits prisoners to be represented by attorneys during elder parole applications, which must be considered at the next board meeting after submission, and requires compliance with victims' rights.

Allows prisoners denied elder parole to reapply after a timeframe determined by the Board, with denial not affecting eligibility for other parole or community supervision programs.