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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
Summary of Bill HR 10442
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.
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.
Current Status of Bill HR 10442
Bill HR 10442 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 17, 2024. Bill HR 10442 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 17, 2024. Bill HR 10442's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of December 17, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 10442
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
6Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
20Democrat Cosponsors
20Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 10442
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 10442
To amend title 28, United States Code, to adjust the penalty for unjust conviction and imprisonment, and for other purposes.
To amend title 28, United States Code, to adjust the penalty for unjust conviction and imprisonment, and for other purposes.
Comments

Benedict Gregory
1,044
1 year ago
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.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 10442
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