House District 3

Representative Anne McGihon
ENHANCED SENTENCING PROCEDURES

ENHANCED SENTENCING PROCEDURES

Bill Number

HB05-1327

Bill Originated

House

Bill Sponsors

Anne McGihon

Bill Status

The bill was set aside to be carried over in the 2006 Legislative Session at the request of prosecutor and defense attorney associations.

Bill Summary

HB 1327 was a response to a US Supreme Court Case that revises procedures whereby the prosecution may seek an enhanced sentence for conviction of certain violations. The bill requires the prosecutor to file a separate motion for enhanced penalties at least 30 days prior to the trial, allege the aggravating circumstances, and provide the defendant with discovery of all evidence to be introduced.