H.R. 3327 would amend title 18, United States Code, to prevent unjust and irrational criminal punishments.
Detailed Summary
Ramos-Compean Justice Act of 2009 - Amends the federal criminal code to authorize a federal court to impose a sentence below a statutory minimum if necessary to avoid violating federal provisions prescribing factors courts must consider in imposing a sentence. Requires the court to give the parties notice of its intent to impose a lower sentence and to state in writing the factors requiring such a sentence.
Status of the Legislation
Latest Major Action: 7/28/2009: House committee/subcommittee actions. Status: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote .
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