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.

Introduced 1979-01-22· Sponsored by Rep. Slack, John [D-WV-3]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
2
Committee
3
House Vote
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Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on the Judiciary.(1979-01-22)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] 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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