MI HB5942

Allows individuals who were under 18 years old when committing certain serious crimes (including murder, sexual conduct, and assault offenses) and sentenced to life without parole or a term of years to petition for parole after serving 10 years of their sentence.

Requires the parole board to consider the individual's age and immaturity at time of offense, family and home environment, circumstances of the offense, peer pressure influence, and other relevant factors when deciding whether to grant parole.

Applies to violations of specific sections of the Michigan Penal Code including first degree murder (MCL 750.316), criminal sexual conduct (MCL 750.520b), and other violent offenses against persons.

Takes effect 90 days after enactment and is contingent on passage of companion bills HB 5941, HB 5943, and HB 5944 in the 101st Legislature.