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MD HB1469

MD HB1469
Criminal Law - Second Degree Assault - Sports Official


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Introduced
02/14/2024
In Committee
02/14/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Prohibiting a person from intentionally causing physical injury to another if the person knows or has reason to know that the other is an official, umpire, referee, or judge officiating at a sporting event; authorizing a police officer to arrest a person without a warrant if the police officer has probable cause to believe that the person has committed a certain assault; and establishing that a person who violates the Act is guilty of a misdemeanor of assault and is subject to certain penalties.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits a person from intentionally causing physical injury to another if the person knows or has reason to know that the other is an official, umpire, referee, or judge officiating at a sporting event. It establishes that a person who violates this provision is guilty of a misdemeanor of assault in the second degree and is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 10 years or a fine not exceeding $2,500, or both. The bill also authorizes a police officer to arrest a person without a warrant if the officer has probable cause to believe the person has committed this assault. The bill aims to protect sports officials from physical harm during their official duties.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations (on 02/14/2024)

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