NBC 10 I-Team: Rhode Island considers ‘second chance’ bill to cut long prison sentences

(WJAR) — Prison sentences for some inmates could be reduced under a bill being considered at the Rhode Island State House.

The Sentencing Reconsideration Act would allow inmates who have served at least 10 years to ask the Superior Court to review and potentially reduce their sentences.

Supporters describe the proposal as a path to rehabilitation…

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