Missouri HB2663 establishes criteria for reducing certain criminal sentences of imprisonment.

Missouri HB2663 introduces provisions for reducing sentences of life without eligibility for probation or parole, or sentences of thirty years or greater, to life with eligibility for probation or parole. The sentencing court may reduce the sentence if the offender meets specific criteria, including being under twenty years old at the time of the offense, completing rehabilitation programs, and exhibiting model citizen behavior in the correctional facility. The offender must also provide statements from department of corrections employees and community residents supporting their release.

Missouri HB2663 establishes criteria for reducing certain criminal sentences of imprisonment.

Missouri HB2663 introduces provisions for reducing sentences of life without eligibility for probation or parole, or sentences of thirty years or greater, to life with eligibility for probation or parole. The sentencing court may reduce the sentence if the offender meets specific criteria, including being under twenty years old at the time of the offense, completing rehabilitation programs, and exhibiting model citizen behavior in the correctional facility. The offender must also provide statements from department of corrections employees and community residents supporting their release.