What does Preamble of Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act do?

This bill is formally titled 'To improve certain criminal provisions'.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act.

What does BANK ROBBERY AND RELATED CRIMES. of Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act do?

This section amends Section 2113 of Title 18, United States Code, concerning bank robbery and related crimes. Subsection (a) is modified by removing phrases related to attempts and adding language regarding attempts to do so. Subsections (f), (g), and (h) are redesignated as (g), (h), and (i) respectively. A new subsection (f) is added, establishing penalties for conspiring to commit offenses under this section, aligning those penalties with the underlying offense.

What does PROTECTION OF OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE UNITED STATES. of Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act do?

This section identifies findings related to the protection of U.S. officers and employees. It asserts that Congress intended to maximize protection for Federal officers and employees and ensure prosecution of those who assault them. The text references a Sixth Circuit Court decision stating that categorizing Section 111 of Title 18 as a general intent crime furthers congressional objectives. Several Federal courts have interpreted Section 111 of Title 18 as a crime of general intent. The appearance of a split among U.S. courts of appeals regarding Section 111's intent necessitates Congressional clarification. Section 111 of Title 18, United States Code, is amended to state that the government need not prove the defendant knew the victim was a designated official or acted with intent greater than knowledge.

What does MOTOR VEHICLES. of Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act do?

This section amends Section 2119 of Title 18, United States Code, concerning offenses against interstate commerce by transportation of a motor vehicle. The text modifies language preceding paragraph (1) by striking 'with the intent to cause death or serious bodily harm,' inserting a comma after 'force and violence,' and inserting 'or conspires' after 'attempts'. The penalty for the offense described in paragraph (1) is increased from 15 years to 20 years. A new paragraph (2) is inserted after paragraph (1), establishing a penalty of up to 25 years imprisonment or a fine for using a dangerous weapon or device in the commission of the offense. Paragraph (3) (formerly paragraph (2)) is redesignated as paragraph (4) and its penalty is increased from 25 years to 40 years.

What does PENALTIES FOR FIREARMS OFFENSES. of Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act do?

This section amends Section 924(c)(3)(B) of title 18, United States Code. The amendment modifies the definition of an offense related to firearms. The revised definition includes conspiracies and attempts to commit offenses. These offenses must have the use, attempted use, or threatened use of physical force against a person or property as an element.

What does OFFENSES INVOLVING CANDY-FLAVORED CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES of Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act do?

This section amends the Controlled Substances Act to create a new section 418a. It establishes penalties for manufacturing or distributing candy-flavored controlled substances listed in Schedule I or II to minors. The penalty for a first offense is an additional term of imprisonment of not more than 10 years. The penalty for a second or subsequent offense is an additional term of imprisonment of not more than 20 years. The provision does not apply to controlled substances approved by the Secretary under section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, provided their contents, marketing, and packaging remain unaltered. It also excludes alterations made at the direction of a practitioner for a legitimate medical purpose.

What does KIDNAPPING. of Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act do?

This section amends Section 1201 of Title 18, United States Code, which pertains to kidnapping. The amendment modifies the definition of kidnapping to include seizing, confining, kidnapping, abducting, or carrying away an individual by force, intimidation, or deception, followed by holding them for ransom or reward. An exception is created stating paragraph (1) does not apply to acts against a minor by their parent. The amendment specifies circumstances under which kidnapping is unlawful, including transportation across state or foreign commerce, acts within U.S. maritime or aircraft jurisdiction, targeting foreign officials or internationally protected persons, or targeting specific government officers and employees engaged in official duties. The penalty for violating this subsection includes imprisonment for any term of years or for life, and death or life imprisonment if the act results in death. Subsection (b) is amended to reference subsection (a)(3)(A) and replace instances of 'he' with 'the victim', 'such person' with 'such individual', and 'under this section' with 'under this subsection'. Subsection (f) is amended to reference subsection (a) with respect to a circumstance described in paragraph (3)(D) of that subsection.

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Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act

Last updated: 6/4/2025 · Introduced: 6/4/2025

Author: Chuck Grassley (R-IA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill modifies federal laws related to bank robbery and related crimes, establishing penalties for conspiracy to commit these offenses and aligning them with the underlying crime's penalties.
The bill clarifies the intent required for prosecution under Section 111 of Title 18, concerning offenses against U.S. officers and employees, removing the requirement to prove specific intent beyond knowledge.
To combat the distribution of dangerous drugs to minors, the bill establishes new penalties for manufacturing or distributing candy-flavored controlled substances to individuals under the age of 18.

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