Filed by Representative Brad Hill on behalf of the Gosule family, "Melissa's Law" has drawn widespread support. The bill would impose a sentence of life imprisonment for three-time serious felony offenders with no possibility of parole.
In addition to co-sponsoring Representative Hill's bill, Senator Tarr has also incorporated habitual offender language into a larger, more comprehensive parole reform bill he filed, which is also being co-sponsored by dozens of lawmakers. Both bills are scheduled to be heard at tomorrow's Judiciary Committee hearing.
In addition to their "Broadside" appearance, Senator Tarr and Mr. Gosule were also interviewed by WWLP-TV Channel 22 reporter Christine Lee. Senator Richard Ross, who serves as the ranking Senate Republican on the Judiciary Committee, also offered his thoughts on the importance of passing "Melissa's Law" to protect public safety.
You can watch both segments in their entirety by playing the video links below this post.
Melissa's bill tough on repeat offndrs: wwlp.com
