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Can an SB 1437 Lawyer in Upland CA Help You?

California SB 1437 dramatically changes the ways in which a person can be sentenced via the felony murder rule. Those who have been sentenced according to this rule often wonder: Do I have options? The answer depends on the specifics of your case. Yes, some convictions can allow for resentencing but only those that qualify. The best way to find out for sure which answer applies to your case is to contact an SB 1437 lawyer in Upland CA by calling Chambers Law Firm at 714-760-4088 for a free legal consultation.

If None of This is True You May Be Eligible for Resentencing

In the event that none of the four following facts are true of the person who has been previously sentenced under felony murder law, then they would no longer qualify under said law:

  1. They actually killed a person.
  2. They acted with intent to kill. For example, they helped or encouraged the killer.
  3. They were a major participant in the crime and acted with reckless indifference to human life.
  4. The murder victim was an on-duty police officer and the defendant knew (or reasonably should have known) that they were a police officer.

Note that there is still much that is unknown about how the courts will read and apply this law. For example, what will they consider “major participation” in the crime? We assume this will include things such as supplying weapons for the crime, taking part in planning of the crime, and being aware of significant details. However, it is too early to know the full application of this law. This is one of the reasons to contact an SB 1437 lawyer in Upland CA for specific help with your specific case.

Thousands of People Could Be Affected by SB 1437

Though the law was only recently implemented and the long-term results cannot yet be known, it appears that thousands of people may be eligible to have their sentences shortened. It is hard to estimate for three reasons:

  1. The law is too new to know how the courts will rule on certain aspects of it.
  2. There are no “felony murder law” stats kept by the state so there is no reliable way to know for sure how many people have been convicted under previous laws.
  3. We do not know how many people will know to contact an SB 1437 lawyer in Upland CA.

The truth is that many people may simply not be aware that they are eligible to be released for prison or have their sentence reduced. It is to the benefit of the state to disseminate the information, as the average prison costs the state $80,000 per day, but only time will show how well covered the changes will be.

Do Not Hesitate to Call an SB 1437 Lawyer in Upland CA

If you believe that your case or the case of a loved one may be affected by the changes to the felony murder law then there is no time to spare. The sentence will not be automatically reduced – you must apply for it. Even then, several steps need to be taken before you will be successful. Contact Chambers Law Firm at 714-760-4088 right now for a free legal consultation to learn more about your options.

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