Session: 2017-2018

ACLU-PA Position: Opposes

Pennsylvania’s use of mandatory minimum sentences was invalidated in 2015 after the process by which they were applied was ruled unconstitutional. House Bill 741 would reinstate PA's mandatory minimum sentencing scheme with the constitutionally appropriate process.

Sponsors

Representative Todd Stephens

Status

Passed House

Session

2017 - 2018

Bill number

Position

Oppose