Massachusetts S1179 amends sentencing laws to allow for resentencing of individuals convicted of murder under joint venture theory if they were not.
Massachusetts S1179 introduces changes to the state's sentencing laws, specifically targeting individuals convicted of murder under a joint venture theory. The bill allows for the vacating of murder convictions and resentencing for those who were not the principal perpetrators. This applies to individuals convicted of first or second-degree murder who were not found to be the main actors in the crime. The resentencing process includes a petition procedure, a hearing, and potential resentencing to a lesser term.
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