California · Penal Code
PEN §1170.126: (a) The resentencing provisions under this section and related statutes are intended to apply exclusively to persons presently serving an indeterminate term of imprisonment pursuant to paragraph (2) o
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This statute establishes procedures for certain prisoners serving indeterminate life sentences to petition courts for resentencing under modified sentencing laws, with specific eligibility requirements based on conviction type.
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