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Subcommittee advances three‑strikes measure targeting repeat violent offenders
Summary
House Bill 25-04, described by the sponsor as a narrowly targeted three‑strikes proposal for repeat violent offenders, was amended and advanced to full judiciary by the committee (7‑2).
The sponsor described House Bill 25-04 as a three‑strikes bill intended to target persistent violent offenders and create predictable, escalating consequences designed to keep dangerous criminals off the street. "This bill narrowly targets repeat violent offenders... and establishes a clear strike system that narrowly targets the most persistent offenders," the sponsor said.
Members adopted the amendment on the bill and voted to send HB25-04 as amended to full judiciary with a recorded vote of 7 ayes and 2 nos. The sponsor emphasized the bill applies narrowly to violent repeat offenders and is intended to protect public safety.
