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(a) Maximum term of imprisonment.--The maximum term of imprisonment for a violation of this chapter after a prior sex offense conviction shall be twice the term otherwise provided by this chapter, unless section 3559(e) applies.
(b) Prior sex offense conviction defined.--In this section, the term “prior sex offense conviction” has the meaning given that term in section 2426(b).
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - 18 U.S.C. § 2247 - U.S. Code - Unannotated Title 18. Crimes and Criminal Procedure § 2247. Repeat offenders - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/us/title-18-crimes-and-criminal-procedure/18-usc-sect-2247/
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