Starting in September, nine California counties -- including three in the Bay Area -- are beginning a pilot program that would strengthen prosecutors’ efforts to revisit unjust or excessive sentences. This work builds upon AB 2942 which was signed into law in 2018. It allows district attorneys to review prior sentences and recommend a reduced sentence. The Oakland nonprofit called For The People helped shape that law and now oversees this latest pilot program. We’re joined by founder and executive director of For The People -- Hillary Blout.

<p>Starting in September, nine California counties -- including three in the Bay Area -- are beginning a pilot program that would strengthen prosecutors&rsquo; efforts to revisit unjust or excessive sentences. This work builds upon AB 2942 which was signed into law in 2018. It allows district attorneys to review prior sentences and recommend a reduced sentence. The Oakland nonprofit called For The People helped shape that law and now oversees this latest pilot program. We&rsquo;re joined by founder and executive director of For The People -- Hillary Blout.</p>

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<p>KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.</p>

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