Mario Monteiro could get parole after judge's ruling
Monteiro’s case served as the impetus for the Youthful Offender Act – known colloquially as Mario’s Law.
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Monteiro’s case served as the impetus for the Youthful Offender Act – known colloquially as Mario’s Law.
The ACLU argues Mario Monteiro is eligible for parole through the Youthful Offenders Act, despite receiving two life sentences for a deadly shooting he committed at 17 years old.
Mario's Law is meant to limit life sentences of juvenile offenders. Parole officials argue it doesn't apply to the man it's named for.
Judge Daniel Procaccini wants the legislature to give judges latitude to reduce sentences for those who show sincere remorse and rehabilitation.
Judge Daniel Procaccini wants the legislature to give judges latitude to reduce sentences for those who show sincere remorse and rehabilitation.