HB3584 Summary

• Expands crime victim rights by establishing comprehensive procedures for victim statements at parole hearings, executive clemency hearings, and mandatory supervised release hearings through written, recorded, or oral submissions.

• Requires the Prisoner Review Board to maintain victim statements as confidential and privileged documents (except oral statements at public hearings) and prohibits release to inmates without victim waiver.

• Creates victim registry system allowing crime victims to register with the Prisoner Review Board and receive notice at least 30 days prior to parole or clemency hearings, with right to submit impact statements by multiple means including toll-free number.

• Establishes new Section 5-4.5-115 providing parole review eligibility for persons under 21 at time of offense after serving 10-20 years (depending on offense type), with victim notification and statement rights integrated throughout the process.

• Modifies the Open Parole Hearings Act to clarify victim statement procedures and confidentiality protections, ensuring victims can participate in release decision-making while protecting their privacy and safety.