This bill amends existing Louisiana law regarding parole eligibility, specifically targeting individuals committed to the Department of Public Safety and Corrections. Key changes include the stipulation that individuals convicted of certain violent crimes or sex offenses will not be eligible for parole consideration until they have served a significant portion of their sentence. The bill also introduces a new section, R.S. 15:574.22, which establishes that no person committed for offenses occurring on or after August 1, 2024, will be eligible for parole unless they meet specific criteria outlined in other sections of the law.

Additionally, the bill modifies the eligibility criteria for parole by adjusting the time served before consideration for various offenses. For instance, it specifies that individuals serving life sentences for certain drug-related offenses may be eligible for parole after serving fifteen years, while others may qualify after serving a minimum of twenty years or reaching a certain age. The amendments also clarify that the provisions apply to offenses committed before and after August 1, 2024, thereby establishing a clear framework for parole eligibility moving forward.

Statutes affected:
HB9 Original: 15:4(A)(1)
HB9 Engrossed: 15:4(A)(1)
HB9 Reengrossed: 15:4(A)(1)
HB9 Enrolled: 15:4(A)(1)
HB9 Act 6: 15:4(A)(1)