H.R. 6253 — Criminal Code Modernization and Simplification Act of 2006

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Criminal Code Modernization and Simplification Act of 2006 - Revises and reorganizes the federal criminal code. Incorporates into such code all major federal crimes, including drug crimes, immigration crimes, and transportation-related crimes.

Sets forth uniform definitions applicable to the entire criminal code.

Provides for the punishment of attempts and conspiracies to commit a crime on the same basis as the completed offense, as a general rule.

Consolidates criminal and civil forfeiture and restitution provisions.

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2006-09-29
Introduced in House
2006-09-29
Introduced in House
2006-09-29
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1922)
2006-09-29
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Criminal Code Modernization and Simplification Act of 2006

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