Senate Bill No. 91, introduced by Senator Mizell, seeks to provide resentencing relief for defendants who are survivors of domestic abuse, human trafficking, or sexual assault. The bill defines a "survivor" and establishes procedures for defendants sentenced before August 1, 2026, to file motions for resentencing based on their experiences as survivors being a substantial contributing factor to their offenses. If a motion meets the specified criteria, a resentencing hearing will be held; otherwise, the motion may be denied without prejudice. The bill also allows for the admissibility of expert testimony regarding the impact of such abuses on defendants and specifies that a new presentence investigation is not required.

Furthermore, the bill outlines specific sentencing reductions, including capping life sentences at a maximum of 30 years, while making exceptions for serious offenses like sex crimes and capital convictions. It requires corroborating evidence to support a motion for resentencing and allows for eligibility determinations without a full evidentiary hearing if both parties agree on the absence of material facts. The law is set to take effect on August 1, 2026, and aims to recognize the unique circumstances of survivors in the criminal justice system.