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flag California's criminal justice reforms allow murderers to seek reduced sentences, raising "truth in sentencing" concerns.

flag California's criminal justice reforms, including Proposition 57, have raised concerns about "truth in sentencing," as they allow convicted felons, including murderers, to petition for resentencing and release. flag For instance, 17-year-old Gerardo Lopez, initially sentenced to life without parole for murder, was released after his sentence was reduced. flag Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer criticized these laws, arguing they put society at risk by not ensuring rehabilitation. flag He created a unit to address these issues.

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