Bill > SB1530

This bill expands the crime of aggravated harassment to include intentionally causing alarm to a public official, or their family member, by conveying a telephonic, electronic, or written threat of serious physical injury, especially when the threat is related to the public official's duties or position. A public official is defined as an elected or appointed individual performing a public duty for the state or a political subdivision, including certain prosecutors, assistant attorneys general, administrative law judges, and judges serving in specific capacities. The bill also clarifies the definition of a public safety officer to include emergency medical services providers, regulatory specialists, fire service professionals, parole and probation officers, and police officers. Conviction for this expanded aggravated harassment offense can result in a maximum of five years imprisonment, a fine of up to $125,000, or both. The bill declares an emergency, meaning it will take effect immediately upon the Governor's signature, to address the immediate preservation of public peace, health, and safety.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Measures/Overview/SB1530