SB 50
Revises provisions relating to the additional penalty for certain crimes committed against an older person or a vulnerable person. (BDR 15-506)
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Bill overview
This bill expands the penalties for crimes against older adults or vulnerable individuals. Specifically, it adds theft to the list of offenses that trigger an additional penalty, which can include consecutive imprisonment. Additionally, individuals convicted of these crimes may be liable for a civil penalty to be paid to the victim. The bill also clarifies the conditions under which probation and parole are restricted for offenders in these cases.
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