Alabama Senate passes Second Chance bill
SB156, which failed on its first vote, was reconsidered and passed before the Senate adjourned Tuesday.
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“Second Chance” bill dies in House, leaving elderly men to die in prison
The bill would have provided a procedure for some individuals to undergo review for possible release.
“Second Chance” bill moves forward with bipartisan support
The bill would offer an opportunity for certain individuals sentenced to life without parole to have a judge consider reducing or ending their sentence.
State Rep. England brings back “second chance bill”
The bill made it all the way through a Senate committee in its prior session but failed to reach the Senate floor.
Senate committee OKs second chance bill
The legislation was given a favorable of 8-2 and will move to the full Senate.