Sredzinski Pushing Tougher Penalties for Minors

MONROE, CT — State Representative J.P. Sredzinski (R-112) has co-sponsored a bill aimed at toughening penalties on minors that have committed numerous serious criminal offenses, such as vehicle theft.

The proposed legislation, House Bill 7332: An Act Concerning Public Safety and the Welfare of Repeat Juvenile Offenders and their Victims, was discussed during the Public Safety Committee’s Public Hearing on Tuesday, March 12.

"There are many communities across the state seeing increased crime especially in regard to motor vehicle theft by juveniles," Sredzinski said in a release. "This law would require that after the fourth felony conviction of a minor, that case would automatically be referred to criminal court. This will improve law enforcement officer safety as well as improve overall public safety throughout the state."

The Public Safety Committee will be considering the legislation over the coming weeks.