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Introduced
10/02/2017
10/02/2017
In Committee
10/02/2017
10/02/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
115th Congress
Bill Summary
Mens Rea Reform Act of 2017
AI Summary
This bill, the Mens Rea Reform Act of 2017, aims to specify the state of mind (or "mens rea") required for conviction of criminal offenses that do not clearly identify the required state of mind. It provides default requirements, stating that unless the offense specifies a particular state of mind, the government must prove the defendant acted "willfully" with respect to any element of the offense. The bill also outlines exceptions where the default requirements would not apply, such as for jurisdictional or venue elements. Overall, the bill seeks to standardize the mens rea requirements for federal criminal offenses.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 10/02/2017)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/senate-bill/1902/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/s1902/BILLS-115s1902is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/s1902/BILLS-115s1902is.pdf.pdf |
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