BILL · 2009–10 SESSION · LATEST VERSION SSB 5639

SB 5639: Vulnerable adults

Concerning vulnerable adults.

Summary

A sentencing enhancement is created which applies to felony crimes committed against a victim who is a vulnerable adult which would add five years to the sentence of a class A felony, three years to the sentence of a class B felony, and 18 months to the sentence of a class C felony. This enhancement is mandatory and not eligible for early release.

From the Senate Bill Report (Orig.) (SB 5639), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗

Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee

AN ACT Relating to vulnerable adults;

No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.

Mar 15, 2010By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. (SSB 5639)
Mar 15, 2010By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
Jan 11, 2010By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. (SSB 5639)
Jan 11, 2010By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
Feb 25, 2009On motion, referred to Ways & Means. (SSB 5639)
Feb 25, 2009HSC - Majority; 1st substitute bill be substituted, do pass. (SSB 5639)
Feb 25, 2009On motion, referred to Ways & Means.
Feb 25, 2009HSC - Majority; 1st substitute bill be substituted, do pass.
Jan 28, 2009First reading, referred to Human Services & Corrections.

Bill numbers restart every two years, so the same number is a different bill in each session.

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