Senate debate highlights split over post‑conviction relief changes

Mar 10, 2025

Senate debate on Senate File 393 centered on a proposal opponents warned would limit post‑conviction relief (PCR) access for wrongfully convicted people, while supporters argued it would curb frivolous requests and protect victims; the transcript does not record a final floor tally for the measure.

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Senate File 393 drew extended floor debate on the Senate about post‑conviction relief procedures and the tension between protecting victims and preserving avenues for wrongfully convicted people to seek review.

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