HB 257 | Mandatory consecutive sentences for incarcerated people

  • Status: Passed House
  • Position: Oppose
  • Bill Number: HB 257
  • Session: 2019-2020
  • Latest Update: November 18, 2019
ACLU-PA Bill Page | HB 257

Summary

Session: 2019-2020

ACLU-PA Position: Opposes

HB 257 (PN 3053) expands the list of offenses under “assault by prisoner” (Title 18 § 2703) that impose mandatory consecutive sentences if those offenses are committed against prison staff by someone who is incarcerated. 11 new offenses would be added to this list, including misdemeanor offenses.

Sponsors:
Representative Carl Metzgar

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