State lawmakers this week introduced a massive overhaul of Arkansas’ parole system. The 132-page “Protect Arkansas Act” includes “truth-in-sentencing” changes that Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders campaigned on, removing the possibility of parole for those convicted of the most serious crimes. …
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Arkansas Parole Board
Gov. Asa Hutchinson plans to name a new board member to the Arkansas Parole Board. Hutchinson intends to appoint Wendy Ryals to the board, replacing current board member Dawne Vandiver. Ryals will be appointed for a seven-year term, serving from …
