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"Truth in Sentencing" cuts good-time credit, requiring 85% of sentence served

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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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