Changes to Existing Law

No inmate sentenced to life imprisonment is eligible for parole by the Board of Pardons and Paroles except as: (1) As provided in §§ 24-15A-55 to 24-15A-68, inclusive.; or (2) An inmate who was sentenced to life imprisonment for an offense that was committed when the inmate was twenty-five years old or younger is eligible for discretionary parole consideration when the inmate has served twenty-five years. The board must consider the factors set forth in section 2 of this Act to determine whether to grant parole under this subdivision. If an inmate considered for discretionary parole under subdivision (2) of this section is denied parole, the board shall establish a discretionary parole date of not less than five years from the date of denial. Subsequent discretionary hearings must be held at intervals of not more than two years. An inmate granted parole pursuant to subdivision (2) of this section is otherwise subject to the provisions of chapters 24-13, 24-15, and 24-15A.