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H.R.710: Truth in Trials Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about crime and law enforcement
- Introduced Feb. 14, 2013
- Latest Major Action April 8, 2013
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
16 (15 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Truth in Trials Act - Amends the federal criminal code to: (1) allow any person on trial for a federal marijuana-related offense to introduce evidence that the alleged marijuana-related activities were performed in compliance with state law regarding the medical use of marijuana, (2) allow an affirmative defense to a marijuana prosecution that the alleged marijuana-related activities complied with state law regarding the medical use of...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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April 8, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, And Investigations.
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Feb. 14, 2013 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Feb. 14, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Sam Farr (D-Calif.) |