HR 459 · 97th Congress · Crime and Law Enforcement
A bill entitled "Domestic Crime Control and Prevention Act".
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Introduced2
Committee3
House Vote4
Senate5
EnactedLatest: Referred to Subcommittee on Criminal Justice.(1981-03-10)
Plain Language Summary
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Amends the Federal criminal code to establish mandatory minimum two-year terms of imprisonment for the Federal crimes of burglary, aggravated assault, second degree murder, commission of an offense with a firearm or destructive device, rape, and robbery (including bank robbery). Increases the minimum term to four years for repeat offenders. Stipulates that the execution or imposition of sentences: (1) may not be suspended; (2) may not include probation or parole; and (3) is not subject to good time provisions or the Federal Youth Corrections Act. Specifies mitigating circumstances for the imposition of such mandatory sentences. Requires a sentencing hearing to determine if such circumstances are applicable.…
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Cosponsors (20)
6 Democrats14 Republicans