To amend title 28, United States Code, to adjust the penalty for unjust conviction and imprisonment, and for other purposes.

1/7/2025, 2:04 PM
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 118 hr 10442 aims to make changes to the penalties for unjust conviction and imprisonment as outlined in title 28 of the United States Code. The bill seeks to adjust the current penalties in order to provide more appropriate consequences for individuals who have been wrongfully convicted and imprisoned.

The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that individuals who have been unjustly convicted and imprisoned receive fair compensation for the time they have lost. This includes financial compensation as well as other forms of support to help them reintegrate into society after their release.

In addition to adjusting the penalties for unjust conviction and imprisonment, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes. These may include measures to improve the process for determining wrongful convictions, providing support for exonerees, and implementing reforms to prevent future wrongful convictions. Overall, Bill 118 hr 10442 seeks to address the issue of unjust conviction and imprisonment in a comprehensive and fair manner. By adjusting the penalties and providing support for those who have been wrongfully convicted, the bill aims to ensure that justice is served and that individuals are able to rebuild their lives after experiencing such a grave injustice.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 10442

Introduced on
2024-12-17

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 118 hr 10442 aims to make changes to the penalties for unjust conviction and imprisonment as outlined in title 28 of the United States Code. The bill seeks to adjust the current penalties in order to provide more appropriate consequences for individuals who have been wrongfully convicted and imprisoned.

The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that individuals who have been unjustly convicted and imprisoned receive fair compensation for the time they have lost. This includes financial compensation as well as other forms of support to help them reintegrate into society after their release.

In addition to adjusting the penalties for unjust conviction and imprisonment, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes. These may include measures to improve the process for determining wrongful convictions, providing support for exonerees, and implementing reforms to prevent future wrongful convictions. Overall, Bill 118 hr 10442 seeks to address the issue of unjust conviction and imprisonment in a comprehensive and fair manner. By adjusting the penalties and providing support for those who have been wrongfully convicted, the bill aims to ensure that justice is served and that individuals are able to rebuild their lives after experiencing such a grave injustice.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title 28, United States Code, to adjust the penalty for unjust conviction and imprisonment, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Benedict Gregory
@sansho_jackfruit_ardbeg73813
I don't think this is a good idea. It could mess things up for a lot of people. I'm worried about what this could mean for me and my friends. It's gonna be rough in the short term.

Recent Activity

Latest Action12/17/2024
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.