Senate Sponsors: MOLARO-JONES,E. Short description: CRIM CD-MURDER-NOTICE Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Provides that a sentence of death for first degree murder may be sought only if the State's Attorney gives notice to the defendant, as soon as practical but no later than within 120 days after the defendant's arraignment, of the State's intent to seek the death penalty. Effective immediately. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: JAN-07-2003 Location: Senate Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status