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NM SB43
Bill
AI Summary
- Inmates sentenced to life imprisonment become eligible for parole hearings after serving 30 years, which is designated as the "retributive portion" of the sentence
- Parole consideration for life-sentenced inmates must focus on risk/readiness for release, participation in educational or vocational programs, and demonstrated maturity and rehabilitation
- The Parole Board must interview the inmate, hear from victims' families, review offense circumstances and criminal history, and find that parole serves the best interest of both society and the inmate before granting release
- If parole is denied, life-sentenced inmates are entitled to subsequent hearings at two-year intervals, and if granted parole, they must serve a minimum five-year parole period
- Parole hearings in homicide cases shall not be scheduled on the anniversary of the victim's birth or death, when practicable
Legislative Description
Parole Requirement Changes
Last Action
Signed by Governor - Chapter 22 - Mar. 4
3/4/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/11/2026
Committees1/21/2026
Full Bill Text
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