The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 244.45, to expand the list of individuals ineligible for earned incentive release credit. The previous language that specified ineligibility for those serving life sentences, those given indeterminate sentences for crimes committed on or before April 30, 1980, and those subject to good time laws has been deleted. In its place, the bill introduces a comprehensive list of offenses that will render a person ineligible for earned incentive release credit, including various degrees of murder, assault, criminal sexual conduct, and other serious crimes.

Additionally, the bill specifies that individuals convicted of certain crimes, such as those involving gang activity or mandatory minimum sentences for controlled substance offenses, will also be ineligible for earned incentive release credit. The new provisions include specific references to various sections of the law that outline these offenses, ensuring that individuals who have committed particularly severe crimes are not eligible for early release incentives. The bill aims to tighten the criteria for earned incentive release credit, reflecting a more stringent approach to corrections and public safety.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 244.45