Clear parole eligibility timelines
Access to legal representation
Consideration of rehabilitation evidence
Consistent procedures help ensure compliance with constitutional protections.
Stories of Growth and Change
In cases where resentencing hearings have occurred, courts have heard evidence of personal transformation, including:
Completion of educational degrees
Participation in counseling programs
Mentorship roles within correctional facilities
Expressions of remorse and accountability
Such developments demonstrate the potential for growth over extended periods of incarceration.
