Congressman Jared Golden introduces bill aimed at protecting U.S. judges and public safety officials
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The so-called "Back the Blue" Act would impose a mandatory minimum 30-year sentence for killing a U.S. judge, police officer, firefighter, chaplain, or ambulance crew member. Offenders would also be subject to the death penalty.
  • PyroNeurosis@lemmy.blahaj.zoneEnglish
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    2 days ago

    Perpetrators who flee to try to avoid prosecution would face a minimum sentence of 10 years.

    Offenders would also be subject to the death penalty.

    10 years on top of a 3’ x 8’ x 6’? Not really much of a deterrent.