House Bill No. 628 amends R.S. 15:574.4(A)(2) to establish stricter parole eligibility criteria for individuals convicted of offenses that are classified as both a crime of violence and a sex offense. Specifically, the bill stipulates that such individuals will not be eligible for parole consideration if their offense was committed on or after January 1, 1997. Additionally, the bill clarifies that this restriction applies to any person convicted of a crime of violence or a sex offense committed on or after August 1, 2014.

The bill also provides for both prospective and retroactive application of its provisions, ensuring that the new eligibility criteria will affect current and future cases. This legislative change aims to enhance public safety by limiting parole opportunities for those convicted of particularly severe offenses.

Statutes affected:
HB628 Original: 15:4(A)(2)
HB628 Engrossed: 15:4(A)(2)
HB628 Enrolled: 15:4(A)(2)
HB628 Act : 15:4(A)(2)