Kentucky lawmakers advance "Logan’s Law," banning "insanity" defense and toughening sentences for violent crimes, following 6-year-old Logan Tipton’s 2015 murder.

House Bill 422, known as “Logan’s Law,” has gained bipartisan momentum in Kentucky’s legislature, aiming to reform sentencing and parole for violent offenders following the 2015 murder of 6-year-old Logan Tipton. The bill, inspired by the case of Ronald Exantus—who was acquitted by reason of insanity for Logan’s murder and later released despite parole board opposition—seeks to eliminate the “not guilty by reason of insanity” defense, retain “guilty but mentally ill,” extend parole eligibility for life sentences, and allow life without parole for intentional murder without aggravating factors. With nearly 60 co-sponsors, the legislation reflects broad support for strengthening accountability and public safety, driven by the Tipton family’s advocacy to prevent future tragedies and honor their son’s memory.