118th Congress · HOUSE BILLBILL

H.R. 37David Dorn Act of 2023

To amend title 18, United States Code, to increase the maximum term of imprisonment for rioting, and for other purposes.

Crime and law enforcement
Introduced Jan 9, 2023
Last action Jan 9, 2023
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Jan 9, 2023
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SummaryCRS Summary

This bill increases criminal penalties for rioting and related offenses (e.g., inciting a riot). Specifically, the bill increases the maximum prison term from 5 to 10 years. Additionally, if a fine is imposed for an offense, the bill sets a minimum fine amount of $1,000.

Provisions · 2 sectionsIntroduced in House
Timeline · 2 actions
Jan 9, 2023
Introduced in House
Jan 9, 2023
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.