MS SB2715

Removes the sex crime exclusion from conditional medical release eligibility, allowing offenders convicted of sex crimes to be considered for release if they meet medical criteria.

Expands conditional medical release eligibility to include offenders with long-term debilitating medical conditions, not just those who are bedridden, and removes the "no possibility of recovery" requirement.

Increases elderly parole eligibility age from 60 to 65 years old and extends minimum service requirement from 10 to 15 years for offenders seeking parole under geriatric provisions.

Requires the parole board to consider an inmate's likelihood to commit future crimes and input from victims when deciding geriatric parole cases.

Takes effect July 1, 2019.