Kayleigh’s Law Act of 2026
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The Kayleigh’s Law Act of 2026 aims to provide a stronger legal tool for victims of certain crimes. It allows courts to issue ‘natural lifetime injunctions’ – permanent bans on contact – as part of a defendant’s sentence for specific offenses. These injunctions can be terminated only under limited circumstances, such as a pardon or dismissal of the original conviction. The law also ensures victims are not required to pay fees to obtain these injunctions.
Key provisions
- Allows courts to issue permanent bans on contact between defendants and victims.
- Defines ‘covered offenses’ as crimes of violence or felonies involving sexual acts or conduct.
- Specifies a list of federal statutes that constitute covered offenses.
- Outlines conditions under which an injunction can be terminated (pardon or dismissal).
- Requires a court hearing before terminating or suspending an injunction.
- Prohibits fees for victims to obtain injunctions.
- Defines ‘contact’ broadly to include various communication methods.
Who is affected
- Victims of crimes of violence and certain felonies.
- Defendants convicted of covered offenses.
- Federal courts.
- Legal professionals involved in sentencing.
Notable changes
- Creates a new mechanism for imposing permanent contact restrictions.
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