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Drug Sentencing Changes: Opportunity for Reduced Sentences

This legal act aims to allow individuals convicted of certain crack-related offenses before 2010 to apply for reduced sentences. This means thousands of people who received harsh sentences may have a chance for earlier release or lighter terms. The act seeks to correct a previous legal interpretation that excluded these individuals from seeking sentence reductions.
Key points
Individuals convicted of crack-related offenses before 2010 may apply for reduced sentences.
The act expands the scope of individuals eligible for sentence reductions under previous laws.
This includes those with lower-level crack offenses who were previously excluded.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2914
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-09-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Terry Technical Correction Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2914.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals convicted of crack-related offenses before 2010 may apply for reduced sentences.
  • The act expands the scope of individuals eligible for sentence reductions under previous laws.
  • This includes those with lower-level crack offenses who were previously excluded.
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. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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