Enables appellate review of the fairness and appropriateness of an imposed criminal sentence
This bill amends state criminal procedure law to require appellate courts to review whether a criminal sentence is illegal or unduly harsh, even if the defendant previously waived their right to appeal. If a court finds a sentence to be illegal or unduly harsh, it must modify the sentence by reversing the sentencing portion while upholding the conviction. This directly affects criminal defendants seeking to challenge the severity of their sentences without being barred by prior waiver agreements. The bill takes effect 60 days after enactment.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 8, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 8, 2025
Committee
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Catalina Cruz
DDemocratic
Co
Chantel Jackson
DDemocratic
Co
Demond Meeks
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Linda Rosenthal
DDemocratic
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