The bill, known as Aaron's Law, amends Section 15-22-27.3 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to establish that individuals convicted of a sex offense involving a child are not eligible for a pardon. The new legal language specifies that any person convicted of such offenses, which are classified as Class A or B felonies, shall not be eligible for parole or a pardon, thereby reinforcing the severity of the penalties associated with these crimes.

Specifically, the bill introduces new provisions that state, "Notwithstanding Section 15-22-36, any person convicted of a sex offense involving a child... shall not be eligible for a pardon." Additionally, it clarifies that these offenses are defined in Section 15-20A-4. The bill removes previous language that allowed for the possibility of parole for these offenders, emphasizing a stricter approach to sentencing and rehabilitation for those convicted of crimes against children. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2024.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 15-22-27, 15-22-27
Engrossed: 15-22-27, 15-22-27
Enrolled: 15-22-27, 15-22-27