Juveniles; parole eligibility; release presumption

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This bill allows individuals convicted of crimes committed before age 18 to be eligible for parole after serving at least 15 years of a 25-year or longer sentence. If parole is denied, the board must explain why in writing and the person can have a hearing every year thereafter. The bill also changes sentencing for juveniles convicted as adults, prohibiting death, natural life, de facto life, or life without parole sentences.

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