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DE HB322
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/27/2020
Primary Sponsor
Lyndon Yearick
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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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