This bill amends sections 28-105.02 and 29-2204 of the Nebraska Revised Statutes to modify the penalties for certain felonies committed by individuals under the age of eighteen. Specifically, it establishes new sentencing guidelines for various classes of felonies, replacing the previous life imprisonment penalty for Class IA felonies with a maximum of fifty years and a minimum of twenty years. The bill also introduces specific maximum and minimum sentences for Class IB, IC, ID, II, and IIA felonies, ranging from a maximum of forty years for Class IB to a maximum of ten years for Class IIA, with corresponding minimum sentences.

Additionally, the bill requires courts to consider mitigating factors when determining sentences for juvenile offenders, allowing for a more individualized approach to sentencing. It clarifies that the court must set both minimum and maximum terms for sentences of certain felony classes for offenders under eighteen, aligning with the new provisions in section 28-105.02. The bill also repeals the original sections that are being amended, ensuring that the new language is fully integrated into Nebraska law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 28-105.02, 29-2204