This bill amends and reenacts several provisions of Louisiana's Revised Statutes regarding clemency, specifically focusing on the processes for pardons and commutations. Key changes include the requirement for the governor to notify specific individuals, such as the attorney general and the district attorney, at least thirty days before commuting a sentence or granting a pardon. Additionally, the bill stipulates that the governor must approve or reject favorable recommendations for commutation or pardon before leaving office. The Board of Pardons is also required to provide written notice of hearings for applications at least ninety days in advance, and the bill introduces new provisions for scheduling hearings based on the order of applications received.

Furthermore, the bill establishes new procedures for the supervised release of offenders who have received commuted sentences. It mandates that these offenders undergo evaluations using a validated risk assessment instrument and have an approved residence plan prior to release. The Department of Public Safety and Corrections is tasked with ensuring that the release plans comply with parole conditions, and the parole board may impose additional supervision requirements. The bill also allows individuals on supervised release to petition for termination of their supervision under certain conditions. Overall, these amendments aim to enhance the transparency and structure of the clemency process in Louisiana.

Statutes affected:
HB723 Original: 15:572(A), 15:4(B)(1), 15:5(B)
HB723 Engrossed: 15:572(A), 15:4(B)(1), 15:5(B)
HB723 Reengrossed: 15:572(A), 15:4(B)(1), 15:5(B)
HB723 Enrolled: 15:572(A), 15:4(B)(1), 15:5(B)
HB723 Act 660: 15:572(A), 15:4(B)(1), 15:5(B)