CRIMEAMNY
Op-Ed | New York’s ‘Second Look’ Act must become law
The article argues that 'second look' legislation is necessary because many current legal changes are not retroactive, causing individuals to serve unfairly extended sentences. It critiques harsh sentencing laws, citing examples like Steven Miller’s calls for mandatory minimums and pointing out limitations in existing provisions such as Compassionate Release and the First Step Act.
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