SF1466 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Aggravated sentences requirement for certain violent offenders

Related bill: HF765

AI Generated Summary

The bill proposed in Minnesota aims to enforce stricter sentencing for repeat violent offenders. It mandates that if a person aged 18 or older, with at least two prior convictions for violent crimes, is convicted of a third violent crime, the judge is required to impose a longer-than-normal prison sentence. This sentence could be extended up to the maximum allowed by law. These changes will make sure that individuals deemed dangerous to public safety due to their repetitive violent criminal behavior face more substantial consequences. Additionally, factors like the offender's history of frequent criminal activity or involvement in serious offenses can influence the decision to increase the duration of their imprisonment.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 16, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
February 16, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toJudiciary and Public Safety

Citations

 
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    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "A requirement for aggravated sentences for repeat violent offenders."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "The bill modifies the sentencing for dangerous offenders with previous convictions as outlined in section 609.1095.",
      "modified": [
        "Language changing from 'may' to 'must' regarding judicial discretion in imposing aggravated sentences."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "609.1095"
  }
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