HR. 5140Introduced
To lower the age at which a minor may be tried as an adult for certain criminal offenses in the District of Columbia to 14 years of age.
Lowers to age 14 the minimum age for trying minors as adults in the District of Columbia for specified serious offenses and certain felony cases
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Lowers to age 14 the minimum age for trying minors as adults in the District of Columbia for specified serious offenses and certain felony cases
Key points
- Lower adult trial age
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Introduced
Latest action
2025-09-17 — Received in the Senate.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedCrime and Law EnforcementCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogationDistrict of ColumbiaJuvenile crime and gang violenceViolent crime