Bill > A05116

This bill modifies New York's penal law to eliminate the possibility of parole or release for individuals convicted of first-degree murder. Specifically, the bill amends Section 60.06 of the penal law to remove the previous option of sentencing first-degree murder offenders to a term of imprisonment for a Class A-I felony, leaving only two sentencing options: death or life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. The bill effectively ensures that individuals convicted of first-degree murder under section 125.27 of the penal law will not be eligible for release, regardless of circumstances. This change reinforces the severe legal consequences for those convicted of the most serious form of murder in New York state, reflecting a legislative intent to ensure that perpetrators of first-degree murder serve their full sentence without the potential for early release through parole. The amendment is part of a broader effort to maintain strict sentencing standards for the most serious criminal offenses, particularly those involving intentional and premeditated murder.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5116