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ME LD1113

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

6/11/2025

Primary Sponsor

Sophia Warren

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Amends Maine's sentencing statute (17-A MRSA §1602) to explicitly add "the age of the individual at the time the conduct forming the basis for the conviction occurred" as a relevant sentencing factor
  • Courts must consider this age factor alongside existing factors: character, criminal history, effect on victim, and public protection when determining maximum imprisonment terms
  • Became law without the Governor's signature on June 24, 2025, as Public Law Chapter 420
  • Applies to both aggravating and mitigating circumstances in sentencing determinations

Legislative Description

An Act Regarding Fairness in Sentencing for Persons Based on Age

Criminal Procedure

Last Action

PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.

6/11/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/18/2025

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