Bill allowing virtual participation in parole hearings passes Senate

By: Anna Barrett

Outlets: Alabama Reflector

Published: February 25, 2026

Words: 437

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 2 days ago

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The Alabama Senate on Tuesday passed a bill that would allow crime victims and parole applicants to participate in parole hearings virtually.

SB 240, sponsored by Sen. Will Barfoot, R-Pike Road, would allow participants to virtually participate in parole hearings through phone, video conference or something similar.

“The bill that we have allows for audio, visual, Zoom-type communications between the victim, victim’s family, any of those who are standing in on behalf of the …

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