An act relating to eliminating life without parole and implementing second look sentencing

This bill would eliminate life without parole as a sentencing option in Vermont and establish a "second look" review process for all incarcerated individuals. It directly affects people convicted of murder and other serious offenses by changing how sentences are calculated and reviewed. The legislation requires juries to consider mitigating factors when setting minimum prison terms, prohibits consecutive sentences for defendants who were 25 or younger at the time of their crimes, and mandates that all prisoners become eligible for periodic sentence reviews after serving a specified period. Additionally, the bill would prevent life without parole sentences for anyone who was under 18 when they committed the offense.