Arizona SB1784 allows for sentence reductions for juveniles serving over fifteen years for offenses committed under age eighteen.

Arizona SB1784 amends state law to allow for sentence reductions for defendants who were under eighteen at the time of their offenses and have served at least fifteen years of their sentence. Eligible defendants must file a notice of intent to request a resentencing hearing. The court must conduct the hearing within ninety days, considering factors such as the defendant's age, offense nature, compliance with facility rules, and completion of rehabilitation programs. The court may require participation in programs like prerelease, substance abuse treatment, or education.

Arizona SB1784 allows for sentence reductions for juveniles serving over fifteen years for offenses committed under age eighteen.

Arizona SB1784 amends state law to allow for sentence reductions for defendants who were under eighteen at the time of their offenses and have served at least fifteen years of their sentence. Eligible defendants must file a notice of intent to request a resentencing hearing. The court must conduct the hearing within ninety days, considering factors such as the defendant's age, offense nature, compliance with facility rules, and completion of rehabilitation programs. The court may require participation in programs like prerelease, substance abuse treatment, or education.