B26-0671

Protecting Victims Amendment Act of 2026

Introduced·4/27/26
Tion Text

Protecting Victims Amendment Act of 2026 enhances penalties for crimes against pregnant victims and intrafamily offenses committed in the presence of.

The Protecting Victims Amendment Act of 2026 amends the District of Columbia Code to enhance penalties for crimes against pregnant victims and intrafamily offenses committed in the presence of a child. It establishes three degrees of kidnapping based on the distance moved, duration of confinement, and the kidnapper's intent. The bill also expands the definition of "dangerous crime" to include felony offenses committed against an intimate partner, threatening to kidnap or injure a person or damage property, and any felony offenders.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary and Public Safety Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

May 5

Council

Referred to Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety

May 1

Council

Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0671 Published in the DC Register

Apr 27

Council

Introduced in Office of the Secretary