How long is a life sentence in Pa?

Answer 1

In Pennsylvania, a person serving a LIFE sentence is not eligible for parole. The only way a lifer can be released from prison in PA is to (1) have his conviction overturned; (2) receive a commutation of his sentence from the Governor of Pennsylvania; or (3) die in prison.

It should be noted that obtaining a commutation of a life sentence in PA is very difficult. The Governor of Pennsylvania can only grant a commutation of a life sentence after the inmate's petition for a commutation has met with the unanimous approval of the Pennsylvania Board of Pardons. There are 5 members that serve on the PA Board of Pardons. If even one member votes against a lifer's commutation petition, the Governor cannot legally grant that commutation.

Answer 2

A life sentence in Pennsylvania means the prisoner will spend the remaining years of his life in prison. When serving life in prison in Pennsylvania a prisoner is not eligible for parole.

Answer 3

Life means life. A life sentence is until you die in prison.