The Student Stand - MASC LobbyingCrimes – Sexual Offenses Against Children – Jessica's Law Enhancement
HB254 / Crossfiled as SB622 (2010)Increasing the maximum and mandatory minimum penalties for a person convicted of rape in the second degree or sexual offense in the second degree of a child under the age of 13 years.
| MASC Position: | For |
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| Why? | This is a PROPOSED stance. Not yet approved The violation of a child is something that really is punished lightly under current law. A maximum 20 year sentence does is not enough for the amount of suffering the victim is put through in the short term and for the rest of their life. The maximum penalty should be increased for the protection of Maryland's children. |
| Sponsors: | Delegates Schuh and Smigiel |
| More Info: | Bill Status and Full Text on MLIS Email the MASC Bill Coordinator |
| Hearing Date: | 2010-02-23 01:00:00 (Listed in MASC System; Confirm Here) |
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Updated: Sun 28 Feb 2010 7:39 p.m.