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RI H8055
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Solomon
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AI Summary
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Amends Rhode Island General Laws Section 11-5-1 to create a separate, enhanced penalty specifically for assault with intent to commit murder
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Increases the penalty for assault with intent to commit murder to a mandatory minimum of 10 years and maximum of 40 years imprisonment, compared to the current 1-20 year range for assault with intent to commit various felonies
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Prohibits courts from granting suspension, deferment, or probation for assault with intent to commit murder sentences
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Retains the existing 1-20 year penalty for assault with intent to commit robbery, sexual assault, burglary, or the crime against nature
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Makes assault with intent to commit murder punishable by no less than ten years and not more than forty years and the person would not be afforded the benefit of suspension or deferment of sentence or probation.
Criminal Offenses
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Judiciary
2/27/2026