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Introduced
01/19/2021
01/19/2021
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021
03/20/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL SENTENCING; PROVIDING ADDITIONAL VIOLENT FELONIES IN THE CRIMINAL SENTENCING ACT FOR THE PURPOSES OF MANDATORY LIFE IMPRISONMENT WITHOUT THE POSSIBILITY OF PAROLE FOR THREE VIOLENT FELONY CONVICTIONS; PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS THAT ALLOW FOR PAROLE IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES; PROVIDING THAT CERTAIN CONVICTIONS INCURRED BY A DEFENDANT BEFORE THE AGE OF EIGHTEEN SHALL CONSTITUTE VIOLENT FELONIES; PROVIDING PENALTIES.
AI Summary
This bill expands the list of "violent felonies" that can trigger a mandatory life sentence without parole for a third conviction. It also allows for parole eligibility in certain circumstances, such as if the inmate is 60 years old and has served at least 10 years of the life sentence. The bill applies retroactively to convictions before July 1, 2021 for the purposes of sentencing enhancements, and takes effect on July 1, 2021.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Sent to HCPAC - Referrals: HCPAC/HJC/HAFC (on 01/19/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=58&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/house/HB0058.pdf |
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