the three strikes law took effect in 1947.
when did the three strikes law take effect?
1947
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in the united states, habitual offender laws (commonly referred to as three-strikes laws) were first implemented on march 7, 1994 and are part of the united states justice department's anti-violence strategy. these laws require both a severe violent felony and two other previous convictions to serve a mandatory life sentence in prison. the purpose of the laws is to drastically increase the punishment of those convicted of more than two serious crimes.
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in 1994, california introduced a "three strikes law", which was the first mandatory sentencing law to gain widespread publicity. this state is known for fully enforcing laws and is considered most severe in comparison to other states. the three strikes law was intended to reduce crime by implementing extended sentencing to deter repeated offenders. this consideration further restricts one’s ability to commit new crimes.  similar laws were subsequently adopted in most american jurisdictions.





















































however, california's "three strikes law" is clearly outlined for all, especially those who are subjected to such sentencing.





















































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