Bill > S1547

This bill aims to provide parole eligibility for incarcerated individuals who are 55 years of age or older and have served at least half of their minimum sentence, or 15 years, whichever is less. The Parole Board must schedule a hearing within 60 days of eligibility to determine if parole should be granted, considering factors such as the individual's advanced age, long-term confinement, and any diminished physical or mental conditions. If parole is not granted initially, the Parole Board must review the case at least once every two years. The bill also requires the Parole Board to file an annual report detailing the number of individuals eligible, granted, and denied parole under this provision, as well as their demographic information and reasons for decisions, while protecting their personal identities.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1547