Allows victims and relatives to witness parole hearings.

A2573 would allow victims of first or second degree crimes and the nearest relatives of murder victims to witness the entire parole hearing process, regardless of whether they submit a written statement or testify. Currently, these individuals can provide statements or testify at hearings, but this bill explicitly extends their right to observe all proceedings without requiring active participation. The parole board must notify them of this opportunity when an inmate's parole is under consideration. This change provides victims and families with the option to be present for the full hearing, enhancing their involvement in the parole process.