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Title: Thin Blue Line Act

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill which authorizes the death penalty in the case of the murder or attempted murder of a police officer or other first responder.

Highlights:

  • Authorizes the death penalty in the case of the murder or attempted murder of a police officer, correctional officer, firefighter, or other first responder if such crime was committed (Sec. 2):

    • While such individual was engaged in official duties;

    • Because of the performance of such individual’s official duties; or

    • Because of such individual’s status as a public official or employee.

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