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Stricter Penalties for Armed Repeat Offenders: Longer Sentences Without Suspension.

New rules toughen penalties for individuals with three or more serious felony convictions who violate gun laws again. This means longer prison sentences, without the possibility of suspension or probation, directly impacting public safety and the justice system.
Key points
Individuals with three or more prior serious felony convictions who violate gun laws again will face 15 to 30 years in prison.
Courts will not be able to suspend these sentences or grant probation, meaning mandatory prison time.
These changes apply to offenses committed after the law's enactment, aiming to enhance public safety by treating repeat offenders more strictly.
A serious felony conviction is defined as an offense punishable by at least 10 years imprisonment, or a group of convictions resulting in a total term of at least 10 years.
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Print number: 117_S_1586
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2021-05-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Restoring the Armed Career Criminal Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1586.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals with three or more prior serious felony convictions who violate gun laws again will face 15 to 30 years in prison.
  • Courts will not be able to suspend these sentences or grant probation, meaning mandatory prison time.
  • These changes apply to offenses committed after the law's enactment, aiming to enhance public safety by treating repeat offenders more strictly.
  • A serious felony conviction is defined as an offense punishable by at least 10 years imprisonment, or a group of convictions resulting in a total term of at least 10 years.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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