The California justice system is notorious for harsh sentencing practices, particularly through laws like the Three Strikes Law. Among the lesser-known policies is the 'one-year-to-life' sentence imposed on individuals who are reincarcerated for parole violations. Numerous inmates at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center, referred to as 'lifer violators,' have faced repeated denials by the parole board despite serving significant previous sentences. They initially believed that a one-year sentence for minor violations would not result in further life sentences, but many find themselves in a cycle of indefinite imprisonment upon returning to parole hearings.
"What these men share is that they served a life sentence in the California prison system and were found suitable for release by the parole board."
"While many felt a one-year violation seemed reasonable, they did not imagine serving a complete life sentence once again."
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