❌ HB282
Add immigration status as a required factor for sentencing, bail
Current Status: In House Committee (Judiciary)
Summary
This bill mandates that courts consider a person's immigration status when determining sentencing or bail for offenders. It amends existing laws to include immigration status as a factor in assessing the seriousness of the offense and the likelihood of recidivism. The bill applies to both felony and misdemeanor cases.
Rationale
The bill introduces immigration status as a factor in sentencing and bail decisions, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of individual rights and limited government intervention. It may lead to discrimination based on immigration status, undermining the rights of individuals. The LPO's platform also emphasizes limiting state powers in prosecuting crime, which this bill does not align with.
Risks and Concerns
- Potential discrimination against individuals based on immigration status
- Increased government control over judicial processes
- Erosion of individual rights and liberties