Marijuana-related offenses; modification of sentence, sunset.

This legislation establishes a formal process for individuals currently serving sentences for marijuana-related offenses that have since been decriminalized or legalized in Virginia to petition for sentence modification. The bill allows eligible incarcerated individuals to request a court review of their sentencing, potentially leading to reduced prison time or immediate release. By aligning past sentencing practices with current state laws, this measure aims to address long-standing disparities and ensure that people are not serving time for conduct that is no longer criminalized under Commonwealth law. The policy includes a sunset provision, meaning the legal pathway for these sentence adjustments will expire after a set period, encouraging qualified applicants to act promptly to secure their legal relief.