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MS HB315
Bill
Status
2/23/2016
Primary Sponsor
Earle Banks
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AI Summary
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Allows offenders convicted of violent crimes between July 1, 1995, and July 1, 2014, to be considered for parole if the sentencing judge (or senior circuit judge if the original judge is unavailable) authorizes parole eligibility
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Requires violent offenders to have served at least 10 years of their sentence and maintained a good conduct record before becoming eligible for parole consideration under this provision
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Applies to offenders serving life sentences as well, after they have served a minimum of 10 years
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Amends Section 47-7-3 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 regarding parole eligibility requirements
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Effective date of July 1, 2016
Legislative Description
Violent offenders, certain; may be paroled by Parole Board if sentencing judge authorizes parole consideration.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/23/2016