"Truth in Sentencing" cuts good-time credit, requiring 85% of sentence served
Enacted5/10
Louisiana · Louisiana HB 10 (Act 7) · Mar 5, 2024
Impact 5/10
Cuts "good time" credit for most offenses from roughly 35% to a maximum of 15% of the sentence, requiring most prisoners to serve at least 85% of their sentence before eligibility for release.
Policing & justiceYoung adults (18-30)MenLow-income
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