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DE HB322

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/27/2020

Primary Sponsor

Lyndon Yearick

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Origin

House of Representatives

150th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Increases minimum sentence for possession of a firearm during commission of a felony from 3 years to 5 years at Level V.
  • Increases minimum sentence for repeat offenders (with at least 2 prior felony convictions) from 5 years to 10 years at Level V.
  • Restores requirement that sentences for firearm possession be served consecutively with sentences for the underlying felony.
  • Prohibits suspension of sentences and eliminates eligibility for good time, parole, or probation during the sentence period.
  • Applies to persons age 16 and older charged with using, displaying, or discharging a firearm during commission of a violent felony, who shall be tried as adults.

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Firearms.

Last Action

Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in House

3/27/2020

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/27/2020

Full Bill Text

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