HR 1253 · 96th Congress · Crime and Law Enforcement
A bill to provide additional penalties for the use of firearms in the commission of certain crimes of violence.
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Introduced2
Committee3
House Vote4
Senate5
EnactedLatest: Referred to House Committee on the Judiciary.(1979-01-22)
Plain Language Summary
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Mandates an additional prison sentence for anyone committing a crime of violence while armed with any firearm or destructive device. Requires in the case of a second or subsequent conviction the imposition of a term of imprisonment of not less than 25 years. Stipulates that the execution or imposition of any term of imprisonment: (1) may not be suspended; (2) may not run concurrently; and (3) may not include probation.…
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