HR 15264 · 94th Congress · Crime and Law Enforcement

A bill to amend title 18 of the United States Code to provide for the review of sentences imposed in certain criminal cases involving physical violence or crimes committed with a firearm, and for other purposes.

Introduced 1976-08-25· Sponsored by Rep. Peyser, Peter A. [R-NY-23]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
2
Committee
3
House Vote
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Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on the Judiciary.(1976-08-25)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Requires that a three judge Federal district court review sentences imposed in specified felonies involving physical violence or the use of a firearm. Directs such court to impose a more severe sentence if the court determines it is warranted by the circumstances of the particular case. (Amends 18 U.S.C. 3576)…

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