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Crime victims, advocacy organizations petition for removal of new parole regulations
Crime victims and advocacy organizations in California challenged new parole regulations, arguing they violate Marsy’s Law and create undue hardship for victims’ families. The regulations allow evaluations for inmates ineligible for parole, potentially leading to resentencing or commutation without considering victims’ interests or legal sentencing requirements.
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