S 1437 · 95th Congress · Crime and Law Enforcement
Criminal Code Reform Act
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EnactedLatest: Measure passed Senate, amended, roll call #21 (72-15).(1978-01-30)
Recorded Votes
PassedSenate · 1978-01-30
Yea 72Nay 15
PassedSenate · 1978-01-30
Yea 72Nay 15
Plain Language Summary
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Criminal Code Reform Act - Title I: Codification, Revision, and Reform of Title 18 - Defines the criminal jurisdiction of the United States. Declares a general rule that the existence of Federal jurisdiction is not preemptive. Enumerates offenses which are exceptions to the rule. Lists culpable states of mind; defines them; and requires that, unless otherwise specified, a culpable state of mind must be shown with respect to each element of every offense in this Act. Specifies the particular state of mind which must be shown if an offense is described without designating the required state of mind. Details standards relative to the liability of an accomplice, of an organization for the conduct of its agent, and of an agent for the conduct of an organization. Sets forth criminal offenses against the United States. Designates a category for each offense for purposes of punishment rather than prescribing a penalty for each crime separately. Organizes offenses by type rather than alphabetically. Specifies the types of offenses as follows: (1) offenses of general applicability, including criminal attempt, criminal conspiracy, and criminal solicitation; (2) offenses involving national def…
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Cosponsors (4)
2 Democrats2 Republicans