Crimes of violence.

Passed on 3/4/26

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From the Legislature

Crimes of violence. Revises and consolidates the definition of "crime of violence". Amends the definition of violent offender to mean a person who is convicted of an offense or attempted offense that is a crime of violence or a person who is charged with an offense or attempted offense that is a crime of violence. Amends the definition of "violent arrestee" to mean a person arrested for or charged with a crime of violence that is a Level 1 felony, Level 2 felony, Level 3 felony, Level 4 felony, or a Level 5 felony. Removes provisions concerning repeat violent arrestees. Amends the definition of "violent criminal" to mean a person convicted of a crime of violence. Adds: (1) dangerous possession of a firearm with two priors; and (2) unlawful carrying of a handgun with two priors; to the crimes of violence list. Makes a technical correction and conforming changes.

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

78 Yea

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15 Nay

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1 Not Voting

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6 Absent

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Calendar

Jan 14

10:30 AM

House Courts and Criminal Code Hearing

Feb 10

9:00 AM

Senate Corrections and Criminal Law Hearing