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PA HB297

PA HB297
In assault, providing for the offense of harassment of sports official.


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Introduced
03/10/2023
In Committee
03/10/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, providing for the offense of harassment of sports official.

AI Summary

This bill amends Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to create a new offense of "harassment of sports official." The bill defines "sports official" broadly to include umpires, referees, coaches, trainers, and school administrators at sporting events. Under the new law, a person who harasses a sports official, as defined in the existing harassment statute, will be guilty of a misdemeanor of the third degree. The bill is intended to provide additional legal protection for sports officials who may be subjected to harassment while carrying out their official duties.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

Referred to JUDICIARY (on 03/10/2023)

Bill Topics

Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing

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