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Introduced
01/09/2023
01/09/2023
In Committee
03/31/2023
03/31/2023
Crossed Over
03/29/2023
03/29/2023
Passed
Dead
06/25/2023
06/25/2023
Introduced Session
2023 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
Reduces penalties for crime of offensive littering in certain circumstances. Reduces penalties for crime of offensive littering in certain circumstances. Punishes by maximum fine of $1,000 when person discards or deposits, or permits to be thrown from person's vehicle, less than one cubic foot of rubbish, trash, garbage, debris or other refuse.
AI Summary
This bill reduces the penalties for the crime of offensive littering in certain circumstances. Under the bill, offensive littering by discarding or depositing less than one cubic foot of rubbish, trash, garbage, debris, or other refuse is a Class B violation, subject to a maximum fine of $1,000. However, if the person discards or deposits one cubic foot or more, it is a Class C misdemeanor. Similarly, for offensive littering by permitting the throwing of less than one cubic foot of such materials from a vehicle, it is a Class B violation, but a Class C misdemeanor if one cubic foot or more is thrown. The amendments apply to conduct occurring on or after the effective date of the 2023 Act.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
At President's desk upon adjournment. (on 06/25/2023)
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