California AB622 sets parole eligibility for inmates under life sentences, requiring them to serve at least seven years before consideration.

California AB622 amends the Penal Code to establish a minimum term of seven years before parole eligibility for inmates serving life sentences. If multiple life sentences are ordered consecutively, inmates must serve the term specified in each sentence. The Board of Parole Hearings must consider statements and recommendations from various sources when deciding parole. The bill failed as of February 2, 2026.

California AB622 sets parole eligibility for inmates under life sentences, requiring them to serve at least seven years before consideration.

California AB622 amends the Penal Code to establish a minimum term of seven years before parole eligibility for inmates serving life sentences. If multiple life sentences are ordered consecutively, inmates must serve the term specified in each sentence. The Board of Parole Hearings must consider statements and recommendations from various sources when deciding parole. The bill failed as of February 2, 2026.