Sara’s Law and the Preventing Unfair Sentencing Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T16:00:45Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4724 Sara’s Law and the Preventing Unfair Sentencing Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 4:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4724

Bill 118 HR 4724, also known as Sara's Law and the Preventing Unfair Sentencing Act of 2023, aims to address issues related to sentencing disparities and unfairness in the criminal justice system. The bill is named after Sara, a victim of a crime that resulted in a controversial sentencing decision.

The key provisions of the bill include:

1. Establishing guidelines for judges to consider when determining sentences, with a focus on ensuring fairness and consistency in sentencing across different cases. 2. Requiring judges to take into account factors such as the severity of the crime, the defendant's criminal history, and any mitigating circumstances when determining a sentence. 3. Providing resources and training for judges to better understand the impact of their sentencing decisions on individuals and communities. 4. Creating a mechanism for reviewing and potentially revising sentences that are deemed to be unfair or disproportionate. Overall, Sara's Law and the Preventing Unfair Sentencing Act of 2023 seeks to promote fairness and equity in the criminal justice system by addressing sentencing disparities and ensuring that individuals are not unduly punished for their crimes.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4724

Bill HR 4724 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 18, 2023. Bill HR 4724 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 18, 2023. Bill HR 4724's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of July 18, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4724

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Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4724

Sara’s Law and the Preventing Unfair Sentencing Act of 2023Sara’s Law and the Preventing Unfair Sentencing Act of 2023To authorize the court to depart from a statutory minimum in the case of a juvenile offender, youthful victim offender, and certain other minors, and for other purposes.

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