Enhances criminal sentences for repeat violent offenders in Vermont by establishing minimum terms and prohibiting suspended sentences.

Vermont H0872 amends state law to enhance criminal sentences for repeat violent offenders. Specifically, it mandates a minimum imprisonment term of half the maximum statutory term for those convicted of a third or subsequent felony crime of violence. The bill prohibits suspending, deferring, or serving these sentences as supervised sentences. It also ensures that any unsuspended portion of the sentence is considered for reductions of term for good behavior. The act takes effect upon passage.

Enhances criminal sentences for repeat violent offenders in Vermont by establishing minimum terms and prohibiting suspended sentences.

Vermont H0872 amends state law to enhance criminal sentences for repeat violent offenders. Specifically, it mandates a minimum imprisonment term of half the maximum statutory term for those convicted of a third or subsequent felony crime of violence. The bill prohibits suspending, deferring, or serving these sentences as supervised sentences. It also ensures that any unsuspended portion of the sentence is considered for reductions of term for good behavior. The act takes effect upon passage.