H.R. 424105th CongressHouse Bill

Mandatory Minimum Sentences for Criminals Possessing Firearms bill

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Amends Federal criminal code provisions prescribing mandatory additional sentences for use of a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence or drug trafficking crime. Requires additional sentences of: (1) 10 years for possessing a firearm (current law requires 5 years for using or carrying a firearm), 15 years for brandishing a firearm, and 20 years for discharging a firearm during and in relation to any such crime; and (2) 20 years, 25 years, and 30 years for second or subsequent convictions of such offenses, respectively.

Introduced Jan 9, 1997
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Sue Myrick

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U.S. Representative · NC-9

11 cosponsors — mostly Republicans

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