Allows incarcerated individuals to petition for a review of sentences longer than 10 years.
Eligibility requires the individual to have served at least 10 years and not pose a danger to public safety.
Aims to address the high rates of incarceration in the U.S., which holds a significant percentage of the world’s prison population.
Recognizes the disproportionate growth of female incarceration and the impact on families, particularly mothers.
Highlights the need for a second look at long sentences, especially life sentences, which may violate human rights standards.
Establishes criteria for courts to consider when reviewing petitions, including the defendant’s age, behavior in prison, and readiness for reentry into society.
Introduces a rebuttable presumption for individuals aged 50 and older that favors their release.
Sets procedures for filing applications, including notice requirements and the right to a hearing.
Mandates annual reporting by the U.S. Sentencing Commission on the outcomes of sentence reduction requests, including demographic data.
Applies to all convictions, regardless of when they occurred, ensuring broad applicability of the law.
