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Virginia HB863 - Abolish Mandatory Minimums (2026): Difference between revisions
Virginia HB863 - Abolish Mandatory Minimums (2026) (view source)
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Critics argue that eliminating mandatory minimums for violent crimes like rape and child pornography will lead to lighter sentences for dangerous offenders. Supporters frame it as criminal justice reform to reduce mass incarceration. | Critics argue that eliminating mandatory minimums for violent crimes like rape and child pornography will lead to lighter sentences for dangerous offenders. Supporters frame it as criminal justice reform to reduce mass incarceration. | ||
== Legislative Status == | |||
* '''Bill Number''': HB863 | |||
* '''Official Title''': Offenses, certain; elimination of mandatory minimum sentences. | |||
* '''Status''' (as of Feb 18, 2026): '''Continued to 2027''' — ⏸️ Continued to 2027 Session | |||
* '''Patron''': Rae Cousins | |||
* '''LIS Link''': [https://lis.virginia.gov/bill/20261/HB863 HB863 on Virginia LIS] | |||
* '''Notes''': Continued | |||
== Sources == | == Sources == | ||