Relating To Redress For Wrongful Conviction And Imprisonment. [HB-151]
Requires the State to provide written notice to certain persons regarding the ability to file a claim for redress under applicable wrongful conviction law. Requires the liberal construction of that law. Provides for advance compensation for petitioners under certain circumstances. Requires reports to Legislature from the Department of the Attorney General.
HB-151: Relating To Redress For Wrongful Conviction And Imprisonment.
Sponsored by: Rep. Della au Belatti
The Committee(s) On Jha Recommend(s) That The Measure Be Deferred. on 01/30/2025
Relating To Redress For Wrongful Conviction And Imprisonment. [SB-169]
Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to provide written notice to certain persons regarding the ability to file a claim for redress under applicable wrongful conviction law. Requires the liberal construction of that law. Changes the standard for a claim for compensation for wrongful imprisonment from actual innocence to grounds consistent with innocence. Provides for advance compensation for petitioners under certain circumstances. Requires the State to prove, for claims for compensation for wrongful imprisonment, that the reversal
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SB-169: Relating To Redress For Wrongful Conviction And Imprisonment.
Sponsored by: Sen. Joy San Buenaventura
Reported From Jdc (stand. Com. Rep. No. 636) With Recommendation Of Passage On Second Reading, As Amended (sd 1) And Referral To Wam. on 02/14/2025