HR. 5172Introduced
Strong Sentences for Safer D.C. Streets Act of 2025
Establishes and raises mandatory minimum prison terms for specified violent crimes in the District of Columbia, including murder, kidnapping, sexual abuse, burglary, carjacking, and rape
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Establishes and raises mandatory minimum prison terms for specified violent crimes in the District of Columbia, including murder, kidnapping, sexual abuse, burglary, carjacking, and rape
Key points
- Establish mandatory minimum sentences
- Repeal juvenile LWOP restriction
- Increase mandatory minimum terms
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Introduced
Latest action
2025-10-03 — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 279.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedAssault and harassment offensesCrime and Law EnforcementCrimes against propertyCriminal procedure and sentencingDistrict of ColumbiaMotor vehiclesSex offenses