Bill > HB769

This bill expands the existing law that prohibits intentionally damaging or trespassing on public services or utilities to also include critical infrastructure, which is defined in relevant law as infrastructure that, if destroyed or damaged, could threaten public health and safety. Specifically, it adds the intentional destruction or damage of any fixture, equipment, or information technology system used to provide, process, transmit, or maintain public services, public utilities, or other critical infrastructure to the list of offenses. The bill also makes technical amendments to the language of the law, clarifying that these actions are now considered a Class 4 felony, with lesser penalties for minor damage or if the damage can be repaired for less than $1,000, and also addresses penalties for actions that threaten the release of radioactive materials.

Justice

https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB769