Bend Toward Justice Act of 2020

House Bill 7134 - Bend Toward Justice Act of 2020: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of House Bill 7134 Bend Toward Justice Act of 2020 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/9/2022, 2:27 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 7134

Bend Toward Justice Act of 2020

This bill lowers the criminal intent standard—from willful to reckless—to convict a government official (including a law enforcement officer) for deprivation of rights while acting under color of law.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7134

Bill HR 7134 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2020. Bill HR 7134 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on June 8, 2020. Bill HR 7134's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of June 8, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7134

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7134

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation

- Evidence and witnesses

- Law enforcement officers

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7134

Bend Toward Justice Act of 2020

To amend title 18, United States Code, to lower the mens rea standard to reckless for the offense related to depriving persons of their rights under the color of law, and for other purposes.

Bend Toward Justice Act of 2020