SB179

An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware Sentencing Guidelines And Accountability Commission.

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Delaware SB179 amends the Delaware Code to establish the Delaware Sentencing Guidelines and Accountability Commission.

Delaware SB179 repeals existing sentencing guidelines and establishes the Delaware Sentencing Guidelines and Accountability Commission. This Commission is tasked with reviewing and updating sentencing guidelines to ensure they are consistent with the seriousness of offenses and incorporate evidence-based practices to reduce recidivism. The Commission is composed of nine members, including representatives from the judiciary, Department of Justice, Office of Defense Services, and a private Delaware attorney.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

27 Yea

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14 Nay

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Calendar

Jun 16

12:30 PM

Appropriations

Mar 25

10:30 AM

Judiciary

History

Jul 23

Signed by Governor

Jun 23

House

Passed By House. Votes: 27 YES 14 NO

Jun 16

House

Reported Out of Committee (Appropriations) in House with 6 On Its Merits