Commutation of sentences; require for certain nonviolent offenders.

HB 111 would require the automatic commutation of sentences to time served for individuals convicted of drug offenses or nonviolent crimes who are serving five years or less in Mississippi's Department of Corrections. It directly affects incarcerated people meeting these specific criteria, excluding violent offenders, habitual offenders, sex offenders, or those convicted of trafficking under Section 47-7-3. The bill bypasses standard parole eligibility requirements by mandating release upon completion of time served, rather than requiring parole board consideration. This change applies only to current sentences of five years or less for qualifying nonviolent offenses, as defined by existing Mississippi law.