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Louisiana's New Laws Limit Parole, Spark Controversy

4/11/2025

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Louisiana's recent laws, championed by Governor Jeff Landry, have drastically curtailed parole opportunities for many inmates. The introduction of the TIGER risk assessment tool now decides who gets a second chance, often leaving vulnerable individuals, such as 70-year-old Calvin Alexander, in the lurch. This shift has sparked urgent debates about fairness and safety in the justice system.

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Louisiana's recent laws, championed by Governor Jeff Landry, have drastically curtailed parole opportunities for many inmates. The introduction of the TIGER risk assessment tool now decides who gets a second chance, often leaving vulnerable individuals, such as 70-year-old Calvin Alexander, in the lurch. This shift has sparked urgent debates about fairness and safety in the justice system.