North Dakota's prison chief warns a new bill could boost crime and budget strain, but the AG supports it to curb crime.

North Dakota's prison leader, Colby Braun, warns that Senate Bill 2128, requiring violent offenders to serve at least half of their sentences before parole, could increase crime and strain the state's budget. Attorney General Drew Wrigley dismisses these concerns, arguing the bill will reduce crime by respecting judicial sentences. The bill has passed the Senate and is awaiting review by the House Judiciary Committee.