Pennsylvania HB1744 amends sentencing rules for second-degree murder, allowing parole consideration after 25 years for those without prior felony.

Pennsylvania HB1744 amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to modify the authorized disposition of offenders convicted of second-degree murder. The bill introduces a new subsection allowing individuals convicted of second-degree murder to be eligible for parole consideration after serving 25 years if they have no prior felony convictions during that period. This eligibility does not apply to those convicted of specific offenses such as assault by a life prisoner, arson, or intimidation of witnesses or victims.

Pennsylvania HB1744 amends sentencing rules for second-degree murder, allowing parole consideration after 25 years for those without prior felony.

Pennsylvania HB1744 amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to modify the authorized disposition of offenders convicted of second-degree murder. The bill introduces a new subsection allowing individuals convicted of second-degree murder to be eligible for parole consideration after serving 25 years if they have no prior felony convictions during that period. This eligibility does not apply to those convicted of specific offenses such as assault by a life prisoner, arson, or intimidation of witnesses or victims.