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This bill amends existing law to make it a misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail and/or a $500 fine, to knowingly file a false report of misconduct against law enforcement personnel, public safety officials, or hospital staff, and also requires restitution for damages caused by such false complaints. The bill expands the definition of "false report of crime" to include official formal complaints of misconduct by law enforcement and emergency personnel, with "law enforcement" defined to include city/town police, state police, public safety officers, sheriffs, and capitol police, and "emergency personnel" encompassing emergency services officials, first aid, EMTs, fire safety officials, and hospital staff. This legislation, which takes effect immediately upon passage, aims to deter individuals from making baseless accusations against these public servants and healthcare professionals.

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