Amends parole eligibility criteria in Tennessee to prioritize public safety and respect for the law.
This bill modifies Tennessee's parole eligibility criteria to ensure that an incarcerated individual is not released if it would depreciate the seriousness of their crime or promote disrespect for the law. The changes aim to balance public safety with the need for rehabilitation, ensuring that parole decisions are made with these considerations in mind. This act takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
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