H.R. 5188 · 109th Congress

Jane's Law

Stage
In committee
Introduced
2006-04-25
Latest action
2006-04-25 · Introduced in House

Summary

Jane's Law - Amends the federal criminal code to impose a fine and/or a prison term of up to two years on any person who travels in interstate or foreign commerce to evade compliance with a court-ordered property distribution in a divorce proceeding involving more than $5,000. Requires payment of restitution equal to the total unpaid property distribution from any person convicted of evading payment.