The bill Louisiana lawmakers passed Thursday gives parole eligibility to approximately 20 people, most of whom are Black.
Democratic Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards is expected to sign a bill into law that will provide parole eligibility to some inmates who had received life sentences even after they were told they would be released after 10 years and six months of good behavior.
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“We would have preferred a solution that included relief for all 10/6 lifers,” said Hundley. “But we are encouraged that some of these men may not die in prison.”
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