Second Look Sentencing Act (H 7102, S 2228)

We strongly supported a bill which would allow individuals serving long sentences to request a “second look” and reduction of their sentence after serving ten years.

We strongly supported a bill which would allow individuals serving long sentences to request a “second look” and reduction of their sentence after serving ten years, noting that closing the door on any opportunity whatsoever for parole — even after a person has served 30, 40 or 50 years in prison — is short-sighted, extremely cruel and wasteful. This bill died in committee.