Bill
A 151
Overview: Bill Number: A 151, Title: Relates to securing orders for principals charged with hate crimes, Status: REFERRED TO CODES, Introduced: January 08, 2025Purpose and Intent:
Overview: Bill Number: A 151, Title: Relates to securing orders for principals charged with hate crimes, Status: REFERRED TO CODES, Introduced: January 08, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to enhance protections for victims of hate crimes by allowing courts to issue orders restricting the activities of principals charged with such offenses.
Key Provisions:
- Authorizes courts to issue orders of protection for victims of hate crimes against the principal charged with the offense
- Allows courts to impose conditions on the principal's conduct, such as prohibiting them from contacting the victim or entering certain locations
- Requires the court to consider the safety of the victim and potential for further criminal acts when determining the scope of the order
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Victims of hate crimes would be able to obtain court-ordered protections against the principal charged with the offense
- Principals charged with hate crimes would be subject to court-ordered restrictions on their activities and contact with victims
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the Codes Committee for further consideration. If passed by the legislature, it would need to be signed into law by the governor to take effect.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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