Bill > H1738

This bill aims to establish presumptive parole using structured, actuarially-based guidelines. The key provisions include: 1. Requiring the parole board to grant parole at a prisoner's first parole eligibility date and subsequent review hearings, unless the board determines by clear and convincing evidence that the prisoner will violate the law if released with appropriate conditions and community supervision. 2. Directing the parole board to use structured, actuarially-based parole guidelines and a validated risk and needs assessment tool to make this determination, considering the prisoner's participation in work, education, and treatment programs, as well as their demonstrated good behavior. 3. Requiring the parole board to consider whether risk reduction programs and other aspects of the prisoner's parole plan would minimize the probability of re-offending, and to consider providing reasonable accommodations for prisoners with disabilities. 4. Mandating the parole board to secure a medically appropriate placement within 60 days for any prisoner granted parole who needs specialized care due to bodily infirmity or disease and is unable to secure a home plan.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1738