HF121
Enhanced penalties for assaulting a sports official provided.
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
AI Generated Summary
This bill aims to increase the penalties for assaulting sports officials (such as umpires, referees, and judges) while they are performing their duties. If an individual assaults a sports official during a youth athletic event and causes bodily harm, the offender will be charged with a gross misdemeanor. This enhanced penalty applies when the official is actively involved in the event, on the premises, or in adjacent parking areas, or while traveling to and from the event location.
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 10, 2025 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Public Safety Finance and Policy | |
| February 13, 2025 | House | Action | Author added |
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