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Reagan backs bill to make third armed robbery a federal crime
The Reagan administration endorsed a Senate bill making a third armed robbery or armed burglary a federal offense. It would allow federal prosecution after two prior convictions with 15 years to life minimum, and apply stricter bail. Officials say it targets repeat offenders while limiting federal intrusion.
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Reagan
Senate
D. Lowell Jensen
Justice Department
Senate Judiciary Subcommittee
Arlen Specter
Philadelphia
Jensen
Specter
Criminal Division