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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill establishes limits on future parole eligibility dates. Under current law, the parole board is required to develop a schedule of future parole eligibility dates for adult inmates denied release at their eligibility date. The provisions of the bill will cap, at a maximum of three years, the length of time that the parole board can require an inmate denied release to serve before having another hearing.
AI Summary
This bill establishes limits on future parole eligibility dates for adult inmates in New Jersey who are denied release by the parole board. Currently, the parole board creates a schedule for when these inmates can have another parole hearing. This bill amends the law to ensure that any future parole eligibility date set by the board cannot be more than three years after the inmate was initially denied parole, providing a maximum waiting period for a subsequent hearing.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A621 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1000/621_I1.HTM |
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