An examination of the implementation of juvenile lifer re-sentencing laws: A defense perspective

• In Event: Understanding the effects of (re)sentencing legislation

Abstract

In the last decade, second look statutes have presented an opportunity for reconsideration of lengthy sentences. This second look process has been somewhat fragmented and has largely been driven by advocacy organizations. Concurrently, the resentencing process, barriers to post-conviction relief, and the reentry experiences of citizens sentenced as youth have been mainly undocumented, and those that have, have looked at prosecutor-initiated models. To ensure a comprehensive understanding of resentencing models, we must recognize the role of public defense to inform our understanding of “what works” in resentencing and reentry. In this presentation we will discuss the implementation of resentencing in two large urban jurisdictions from the perspective of public defense, advocacy organizations, and impacted citizens.

Authors

• Tarika Daftary-Kapur, Montclair State University

• Jennifer A. Tallon, Center for Justice Innovation

• Leah Dolin, Montclair State University

• Keith Covan-Rodriguez, Montclair State University

• Sruthi Naraharisetti, Center for Justice Innovation

• Lina Villegas, Center for Justice Innovation