H.R.2934 - Common Sense in Sentencing Act of 2009

To amend title 18, United States Code, to prevent unjust and irrational criminal punishments. view all titles (2)

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  • Short: Common Sense in Sentencing Act of 2009 as introduced.
  • Official: To amend title 18, United States Code, to prevent unjust and irrational criminal punishments. as introduced.

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6/18/2009--Introduced.Common Sense in Sentencing Act of 2009 - Amends the federal criminal code to authorize a federal court to impose a sentence below a statutory minimum if necessary to avoid violating federal provisions prescribing factors courts must consider in imposing a sentence.




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