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DE SB40
Bill
AI Summary
- Adds possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony (Section 1447A) to Delaware's habitual criminal statute predicate offenses list
- Individuals convicted twice of qualifying felonies who subsequently commit this firearm possession crime face mandatory life sentences without parole, probation, or earned good time
- Life sentence applies unless the subsequent conviction requires or results in capital punishment
- Sentences must be served entirely at a Level V custodial institutional setting with no possibility of suspension or reduction
- Expands serious violent felonies triggering habitual criminal penalties to include armed commission of felonies
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Possession Of Firearms During The Commission Of A Felony.
Last Action
Signed by Governor
7/3/2013
Committee Referrals
Judiciary5/14/2013
Judiciary4/16/2013
Full Bill Text
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