Allows for early release for persons serving sentences for marijuana-related offenses

HB 1279 would allow individuals currently incarcerated for marijuana-related offenses to petition their sentencing court to end their sentence and be released immediately. This applies specifically to people serving time *only* for marijuana crimes, with the Department of Corrections required to release them without delay upon the court's order. The bill creates a straightforward process where eligible inmates can request early release through the court system. The bill is currently pending in the Emerging Issues committee (referred May 15, 2025) and has not yet been voted on.