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A bill to eliminate the period of limitations for certain offenses, and for other purposes.
7/31/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4857
Bill 118 s 4857, also known as the "Eliminating Limitations for Certain Offenses Act," is a proposed piece of legislation in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to remove the time limit, or statute of limitations, for prosecuting certain serious offenses. This means that individuals who have committed these offenses can be charged and prosecuted at any time, regardless of how much time has passed since the crime was committed.
The bill does not specify which offenses would be affected by this change, but it is likely targeting crimes such as murder, sexual assault, and other violent crimes where the victims may need more time to come forward and seek justice. By eliminating the statute of limitations for these offenses, the bill aims to ensure that perpetrators are held accountable for their actions, no matter how much time has passed.
In addition to eliminating the statute of limitations for certain offenses, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes. These additional purposes are not specified in the bill, but could potentially include measures to support victims of these crimes, improve the criminal justice system, or enhance public safety. Overall, Bill 118 s 4857 is a significant piece of legislation that seeks to address the issue of time limitations for prosecuting serious offenses. If passed, this bill could have a major impact on the way these crimes are investigated and prosecuted in the United States.
The bill does not specify which offenses would be affected by this change, but it is likely targeting crimes such as murder, sexual assault, and other violent crimes where the victims may need more time to come forward and seek justice. By eliminating the statute of limitations for these offenses, the bill aims to ensure that perpetrators are held accountable for their actions, no matter how much time has passed.
In addition to eliminating the statute of limitations for certain offenses, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes. These additional purposes are not specified in the bill, but could potentially include measures to support victims of these crimes, improve the criminal justice system, or enhance public safety. Overall, Bill 118 s 4857 is a significant piece of legislation that seeks to address the issue of time limitations for prosecuting serious offenses. If passed, this bill could have a major impact on the way these crimes are investigated and prosecuted in the United States.
Current Status of Bill S 4857
Bill S 4857 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 30, 2024. Bill S 4857 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 30, 2024.  Bill S 4857's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of July 30, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4857
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4857
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4857
A bill to eliminate the period of limitations for certain offenses, and for other purposes.
A bill to eliminate the period of limitations for certain offenses, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4857
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