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KS SB239
Bill
Status
2/6/2025
Primary Sponsor
Judiciary
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AI Summary
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Adds 100 months of imprisonment to sentences for fentanyl distribution under K.S.A. 21-5705 when a trier of fact finds beyond a reasonable doubt that the distribution caused the death of a person under 18 years of age
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Applies the same 100-month sentencing enhancement to violations of K.S.A. 21-5430 (unlawful acts involving proceeds) when the offense causes the death of a minor
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Designates these enhanced sentences as presumptive imprisonment that cannot be considered a departure and cannot be appealed
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Amends K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 21-6804 (nondrug sentencing guidelines) and 21-6805 (drug sentencing guidelines) to incorporate the new sentencing rules
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Takes effect upon publication in the Kansas statute book
Legislative Description
Creating a special sentencing rule to add 100 months to a sentence for distribution of a controlled substance when the substance involved is fentanyl and the distribution causes the death of a child.
Last Action
Senate Referred to Committee on Judiciary
2/7/2025