First Step Implementation Act of 2025: Sentencing and correctional reforms for juvenile offenders.
The First Step Implementation Act of 2025 aims to reform sentencing laws and correctional institutions. It allows courts to reduce sentences for defendants convicted as adults for offenses committed before age 18, after serving at least 20 years. The act also mandates sealing and expungement of juvenile records for nonviolent offenses, barring certain disclosures. It establishes procedures for accurate record-keeping and reporting, ensuring juvenile records are not misused. Additionally, it includes provisions for parole and supervised release for juvenile offenders.
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