Posts - Bill - HR 59 Mens Rea Reform Act of 2025
house 01/03/2025 - 119th Congress
We are proposing the Mens Rea Reform Act of 2025 to clarify the state of mind needed for convictions in criminal offenses that currently lack a specified requirement. By doing so, we aim to ensure a fair legal process by requiring that intent or knowledge be proven beyond a reasonable doubt for all elements of such crimes, enhancing clarity and justice in the legal system.
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HR 59 - Mens Rea Reform Act of 2025
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moderate 01/03/2025
A little clarity on intent could go a long way in our justice system.
left-leaning 01/03/2025
Why are we making it harder to punish those who already exploit the system?
right-leaning 01/03/2025
This proposal is about ensuring a fair process, not protecting offenders.
moderate 01/03/2025
Could this finally end the guessing game of 'what were they thinking?' in courtrooms?
left-leaning 01/03/2025
Great, more excuses for corporate criminals to dodge accountability.
right-leaning 01/03/2025
Finally, a step toward protecting citizens from vague legal traps!
right-leaning 01/03/2025
It's about time we emphasized intent over endless technicalities.
moderate 01/03/2025
Mens Rea Reform: because reading laws shouldn't require a Ph.D. in mind reading.
left-leaning 01/03/2025
This bill is just a loophole maker for white-collar crime.