To amend title 18, United States Code, to increase the penalty on persons who are convicted of killing peace officers and who flee the country.
Peace Officer Justice Act - Amends the federal criminal code to establish as a federal crime intentionally killing a peace officer engaged in, or on account of the performance of, such officer's official duties and moving or traveling in foreign commerce to avoid prosecution or confinement after conviction of that crime.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3266)
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H8359-8360, CR E1954-1955)
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