GOP at State Capitol push for tougher crime laws and police chase powers
Their bill would allow officers to pursue felony suspects if the chase poses no public danger.
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Mar 18, 2025, 12:14 PM
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Updated 11 hr ago
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2ds agoRepublicans at the State Capitol are advocating for stricter crime laws, including broader police chase authority and tougher penalties.
Their bill would allow officers to pursue felony suspects if the chase poses no public danger.
It also mandates GPS monitoring for defendants with bail exceeding $500,000.
The GOP proposal further tightens parole eligibility for fentanyl dealers and those convicted of crimes against children.
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