Criminal Justice (Probation & Parole)

died · Rhode Island · Senate Mar 10, 2026

SB 2161: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SENTENCE AND EXECUTION

Requires courts to presume release for most probation violations, set reasonable bail or non-monetary conditions, limit detention to cases of risk or danger, require prompt hearings, and mandate written reasons for detention.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires presumption of release for probation violations, limits detention to risk cases, mandates written reasons - reduces unnecessary incarceration aligning with reform goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Probation & Parole

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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 7205: AN ACT RELATED TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SENTENCING RECONSIDERATION ACT

Allows eligible individuals serving sentences of imprisonment to seek sentence reductions from the superior court, individuals serving life without parole or minimum mandatory sentences pursuant to law, would not be eligible for such relief.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAllows eligible inmates to seek sentence reductions via court reconsideration, promoting reform by reducing unnecessary prison terms while excluding life without parole cases.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Probation & Parole Sentencing

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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 12, 2026

SB 2308: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINALS -- CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS -- PAROLE

Provides that prisoners who committed offenses prior to age 18 and were sentenced as adults be eligible for parole after completing 15 yrs of their sentence. Would not lengthen parole eligibility should prisoner be eligible for parole earlier than 15 yrs.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAllows juvenile offenders sentenced as adults parole eligibility after 15 years, aligning with rehabilitation-focused criminal justice reform by reducing excessive sentencing for youth.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Probation & Parole

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